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Quick StatsStudent Parking Lot
Yes - There isn’t a wide availability of parking for students, as most students depend on other forms of transportation. There is metered parking around most of the dorms and public parking ramps by State and Lake Street.
Common Parking Tickets
- Expired meter - $20
- Handicapped zone - $200
- No parking zone - $40
Freshmen Allowed to Park
Yes
Approximate Parking Permit CostParking Permits
Students are sometimes able to purchase permits through the dormitory they are living in. Otherwise, real estate agencies like Steve Brown and Isthmus apartments offer limited parking spots in their various lots. UW does offer parking permits to students who submit an application, and the sooner they do it the better. Parking spaces are assigned mid-August for the upcoming year. Don’t be surprised if you are not awarded a spot, though. Those wishing to contest can fill out an appeal form, but with such limited availability, it is merely a futile attempt.
College Prowler Take
Students overwhelmingly agree that parking at UW is awful. Whether you’re on the streets or in a ramp, finding a spot to leave your car can be frustrating. Students who need a car on campus usually decide to buy a permit. However, your reserved parking spot may be a few blocks away and at a high price. Parking only gets worse during athletic event weekends or on concert nights. Students are rarely able to find a spot during these times. As a result, many students opt to use mopeds rather than cars when traveling about campus. While the city offers three ramps near campus, it isn’t enough to convince students to bring a car to campus. The majority of the time, parking becomes more of a headache than it’s worth. Mopeds are more popular because the school is more accommodating to them. Almost every academic building has areas sectioned off for mopeds to park. UW also offers a campus shuttle for those needing to get farther on campus. Overall, students should really take advantage of the various transportation options before deciding to bring a car to UW. Students Speak Out
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Anonymous says:  |
Parking in Madison is a nightmare....
Parking in Madison is a nightmare. Unless you’re renting a space, good luck finding one at night. And if you are renting one, you’re paying anywhere from $60–$100 a month for it. For parking your car over night, I recommend the huge parking facilities set up all over the city. It can be expensive if you leave a car there for too long, but overall it’s the easiest way to park. |
Anonymous says: |
Parking is expensive, and if you...
Parking is expensive, and if you get a residential parking pass, parking spaces are scarce and cars need to be moved every two or three days. In addition, when it snows, certain sides of the street are blocked. Either share parking spot costs with roommates, or be a bum and borrow cars. |
Anonymous says: |
Parking is terrible. You can’t...
Parking is terrible. You can’t drive to classes because there is no parking. Many students have mopeds. Madison is a huge moped campus. I definitely want one, but it isn’t necessary, because there is a free bus that takes you to buildings on campus. |
Anonymous says: |
Parking is minimal. I don’t have a...
Parking is minimal. I don’t have a car so I don’t really know first-hand. There is parking available, but you may have to pay a monthly fee. I would recommend not bringing one. If you live on campus or downtown you really don’t need one. Bring a bike—Madison is super bike friendly, and it is the easiest way to get around. I walk and bike everywhere. |
Anonymous says: |
Parking is difficult as a...
Parking is difficult as a freshman, and even for upperclassmen, but I think you will find that everything you need is within walking distance so there is no need for a car. |
Did You Know?Best Places to Find a Parking Spot
Wisconsin Avenue
Gilman Street pay lots
State Sreet parking ramp Good Luck Getting a Parking Spot Here!
Langdon Street
Carroll Street
Park Street
Randall Street
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