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Texas Tech University - Parking - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.85

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Student Parking Lot? Yes
Yes
Freshmen Allowed to Park? Yes
Yes
Approximate Parking Permit Cost 200
Common Parking Tickets
  • Permit improperly installed: 10
  • Expired meter: 20
  • Parking in non-designated areas: 25
  • Parking without a valid permit: 25
  • Parking in a fire lane: 50

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Remember back in middle school when having the cool carpool meant you were cool? Well pick your friends wisely, because those days are back. Parking is the No. 1 complaint students have about Texas Tech, and it doesn’t seem to be going away anytime soon. Commuter lots are set up on either side of campus, and they are connected with the bus system. These lots are far enough away that walking will create perspiration on even the coldest days, but the constantly-running buses make it so that you won’t have to wait or walk.

For those who are lucky enough and have the funds to buy a spot in the recently finished Flint Parking Garage, congrats. This garage is right next to the business building and is so tempting to park in when the Lubbock winds are blowing and the nearest non-commuter parking spot is on the street at least five blocks away. The parking patrols take their job very seriously, and they will give tickets to anyone who challenges the “Parking Permit Only” signs or chooses to stay longer than 30 minutes in the designated spots. Parking tickets add up, so get one of the few commuter passes early or get a bike.

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Parking at Texas Tech University

Dwfishman26

'14

International Business

3.5
B

Very Far Away

Parking is always available on campus. But for the price you have to pay I don't believe it is worth it. Although you have to park very far way there is a busing system that will bring you closer to classes

Jan 23, 2012

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chy0517

'14

Industrial Engineering

2.3
C

Needed

Even if you live within a 3 minute walking distance from school you need a parking pass. If you don't have one you can't park on campus. It is freezing in the winters and hot in the summers. It's the second largest campus behind the airforce, so even if you do live close to campus chances are you aren't close to your classes

Jan 12, 2012

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alliewittrock

'14

Biology

3.5
B

Strict but Forgiving

Parking is a pain simply because of how strict parking services on campus are. However, if you do receive a ticket, file an appeal and you will most likely not have to pay.

Jan 02, 2012

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Facts

Getting a Parking Permit

The easiest way to sign up for a parking permit is online. You simply sign on to your eRaider account and follow the instructions. Once purchased, your parking permit can be picked up at the permit office. There are a limited number of spaces available, so as soon as you decide to go to school at Tech, you should also decide whether or not you are going to park at Tech.

Did You Know?

Best Places to Find a Parking Spot:
• On 19th Street in between Flint and Boston
• The 30-minute spots at the Rec Center
• The 45-minute to 2-hour spots across University Avenue on Broadway and along streets heading towards 4th Street.

Good Luck Getting a Parking Spot Here:
The 30-minute spots at the entrance of campus.

Parking ServicesWhat's This?

University Parking Services
Box 43161
(806) 742-PARK
parking@ttu.edu
www.parking.ttu.edu

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Major: Journalism

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