Can I bring my car to USC?

While USC does allow freshmen to have a car, many question whether or not they need it. USC Transportation offers several bus routes and shuttle services that can help you get around campus without a car. But, what if you live in USC off-campus housing? or are looking for USC sublets. No problem!

Can anyone park at USC?

NO, PARKING AT USC IS NOT FREE.

All faculty, staff, students, and guests of the University are required to display a valid pass or permit at all times whenever they are parked in a USC-owned lot or structure.

What is the clearance for parking structures in USC?

Structures vary in clearance heights (lowest clearance 6' 2", highest clearance 8' 2").

How much is parking at the USC Village?

Energy Rate — $1.00/hr Free 2 hour validation at Trader Joe's, Target, and Amazon Locker. Beyond that, parking (not including charging) is $5 for the first hour and $5 for each additional 30 minutes.

How long can I park at USC Village?

USC Village Parking: Two hours of parking, with merchant validation, is available in the pay retail garage under the Cowlings and Ilium Residential College. No free parking is available on-site at the USC Village.

How to get a free car

Does USC Village validate parking?

The Parking Entrance to USC Village may be navigated to using the street address 3215 South Hoover Street. Validated parking is available for shoppers.

Where can I park for free at USC?

Can first years have cars at USC?

While USC does allow freshmen to have a car, many question whether or not they need it. USC Transportation offers several bus routes and shuttle services that can help you get around campus without a car. But, what if you live in USC off-campus housing? or are looking for USC sublets. No problem!

Where do I display my USC parking permit?

Daily Passes must be placed on the lower left-hand corner of the windshield with the daily pass information clearly visible. Failure to display a USC permit/daily pass properly as required will be in violation. All vehicles displaying a USC parking permit MUST be listed in the owner's account with USC Transportation.

Can you park overnight at USC?

Overnight parking is not permitted. There is no Commencement parking at the USC Village. The USC Village structure is for retail use only and retail guests will be subject to current parking rates and fees.

How do I return my USC parking permit?

The only way to cancel a permit you no longer want or need is to return it to us. Please remove your permit from your vehicle and bring it into one of our customer service centers during normal business hours, in the McCarthy Structure (for UPC; 8:30-5:00, M-F) or KAM 120 (for HSC; 7:30-4:00, M-F), or mail it to:.

Does USC offer transportation?

Our many bus routes will move you around campus, between campuses or into the greater Los Angeles community - including Union Station. Traveler is an online dashboard of transportation options that provides on-demand, real-time data on one easy-to-use platform.

Where to park at USC?

Can you just walk into USC?

Can I come to campus without reserving a student-led or self-guided tour? There are no reservations required to visit the University Park Campus at USC. However, reservations are required to access guided and self-guided tours. All campus visitors must adhere to the university's health and safety protocols.

Does USC allow overnight guests?

To ensure the safety of USC students, faculty and staff on campus, DPS restricts access to campus nightly between 9pm and 6am. Guests are welcome after 9pm, provided you notify us of their arrival.

Does USC accept everyone?

Yes, the USC acceptance rate is extremely competitive, and students who attend USC will benefit from the 9:1 student-faculty ratio and access to the city of Los Angeles. However, this doesn't mean that USC is right for everyone.

Can you take more than 18 units at USC?

Extra Units

The university recommends that undergraduates register for no more than 18 units and graduates for no more than 16 units. Permission to enroll in more than 20 units requires written approval from the school or home department.

How can I go to USC for free?

Financial Aid at USC

Nearly two-thirds of USC undergraduates receive some form of financial aid, including merit scholarships, need-based grants, Federal Work-Study and loans. Incoming first-year students from U.S. families with an annual income of $80,000 or less with typical assets will attend USC tuition free.

Can non USC students use the gym?

Staff/Faculty/Alumni/Guests

All non-students must purchase a membership and complete a liability waiver / policy agreement online prior to using any of the Recreational Sports facilities.

How much is parking at USC Keck?

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Self-parking is available in the Keck Hospital Parking Structure. The first 2 hours are free; $8 after 2 hours; then $1 every 30 minutes; maximum $20 per day. Valet parking is available outside Keck Hospital or inside the USC Healthcare Center 2 Parking Garage ($12 for patients, $20 for visitors).

Can you park on the street in Royal Oak?

Know Your Limits: All on-street parking spaces have a 3-hour max limit and all surface lots have a 4-hour max limit. (There are no max limits in the parking structures.) Limits are strictly enforced with cameras.

Is Royal Oak Street parking free?

Metered parking on the street and in surface parking lots is always free until 11 a.m. Monday through Saturday, all day Sunday, and all day during civic holidays.

What is the zip code for USC?

Please note: the US Postal Service will not forward mail, or do a change of address, from or to USC housing addresses in the 90089 zip code (University Park Campus and the USC Village).