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Access to parking spaces varies among types of housing. Parking passes for on-campus lots are valuable commodities among students, and they often resort to camping out in front of the Parking Services office in order to better their chances of receiving passes on dates of issuance. There is a limited amount of parking available on campus, which creates problems for students who need a safe place to keep their cars. Street parking is scarce and risky in a city overpopulated with motorists and occasional thieves. Off-campus residents living in buildings with full lots are usually forced to park far from home. The Parking Center, two blocks east of campus, is usually the last available lot for students with a USC parking pass. Although the Parking Center is secure from thieves and vandals, traveling to and from the massive structure is time consuming and can be scary at night.

Parking anywhere in LA is expensive and usually inconvenient. Parking tickets are inevitable and can easily add up to hundreds of dollars over the course of a semester. Some Greek houses offer free parking to members, which is considered a major benefit to being in a fraternity or sorority, and certain apartments in the area guarantee spaces for tenants. Aside from the lucky few who can park where they live without any hassle, most students with the option to park feel lucky to have a space at all.

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bmi264

'13

Philosophy

4.2

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Parking in LA

I think the title explains it.. It's not pretty, but get a gold pass and you're good.. make sure you pick a strategic parking structure though... some of them fill up very quickly in the mornings like PSA.. but others like PSB are less popular and you'll find a spot fast

Feb 13, 2012

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tpcampbell

'15

Broadcast Journalism

4.2

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Parking at School

Close to no one brings their car to school, because you don't need it! Everyone bikes, skateboards, of walks to, from, and on campus. I see no need to have a car, but if you want to go into town it would be helpful. There is public transportation that can get you into town though. I hear the parking permits are a little over priced, but what school's parking isn't?

Jan 13, 2012

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anachang

'12

Sociology

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have to spend 8$ every day bc I didn't get prking pass

Nov 25, 2011

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