Where can I park for free near USC?

Is there free parking 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.

Do you have to pay for parking 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. Parking is free for students moving in to USC Housing.

Does USC charge for parking?

General Parking ($110 per year)

The university distributes three types of general parking permits to students including Resident Undergraduate Students (S), Graduate Students (GS) and Commuting Undergraduate Students (CS) .

Where to park for USC game?

For USC games and most events, parking is by permit only; there are no cash lots in Exposition Park. For more available spaces check out USC Campus Parking. For all other events, public parking sells out quickly and rates may vary per event. Entrances to Exposition Park are located at MLK & Hoover and 39th & Figueroa.

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How much is parking at USC games?

Please plan for delays in travel time, parking, and entering the Coliseum. Public transportation is highly recommended. New processes and technology have been integrated to help you navigate and plan your game day experience. Event parking this season is $40/vehicle, and USC Campus parking is now completely cashless.

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 walk on USC campus?

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. For additional information about registering your guests, please visit http://visitor.usc.edu.

Does USC allow overnight parking?

All students, faculty and staff with valid USC parking permits, excluding the BSD permit. No overnight parking. Vehicles in the lot between 2am and 6am may be ticketed/towed.

Does USC have student parking?

Permits purchased through our parking portal can be paid for using all major credit cards, USC payroll deduction (for faculty/staff), and by transferring charges to the USC fee bill system (students). Most Fall semester parking permits will be available via online sales beginning May 25^th at noon.

Can anyone shop at USC Village?

All ages and all levels are welcome. Move your body, build meaningful connections, and check out the shops at USC. We are excited to see you!

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.

Is Metro free for USC students?

Starting in Fall 2023, the U-Pass will be available to ALL USC students free of charge, including Undergraduate students for the first time. The U-Pass provides unlimited free rides on LA Metro buses, trains, and partner organizations; please see the U-Pass page on our website for complete details.

Can you park for free at UCLA?

UCLA is required to collect the 10% Parking Occupancy Tax on behalf of the City of Los Angeles. Self-Service pay stations are located in parking lots and structures throughout campus. Ranges from $3 for 1 hour to $15 all day.

Is the area around USC sketchy?

The school itself is very safe. However, the surrounding downtown area can be as dangerous as any busy urban area. USC makes it safe for their students by offering free transportation to all the major areas of interest as well as security guards posted in streets where students are likely to walk.

Is it safe to walk near USC?

Don't walk alone at night

Walkthrough well-lit and busy thoroughfares and stay away from areas where people can hide. On occasions when you can't avoid traveling alone, USC's LiveSafe App has a useful SafeWalk function that allows friends to monitor each other when someone is en route to a destination.

Is USC hard to get into?

Is it hard to get into USC? The USC admission process is extremely competitive. Over 70,000 students applied last year, bringing the USC acceptance rate down to 12%.

Can you get a full ride to USC?

USC administers more than a dozen prestigious scholarship programs, ranging in value from a few thousand dollars up to full tuition. They are awarded based on academic excellence, leadership, service, and talent. Departments can post scholarship opportunities on the Scholarship Management Portal.

Is USC affiliated with ZipCar?

ZipCar. Exclusive short-term car sharing tailored for the USC Community. With 24/7 access to a variety of cars parked right here on campus, make your trip easier with ZipCar.

Do USC students go to games for free?

As a USC student, you are eligible for free entry to most Trojan athletics' regular-season, home games. Football is the only exception.

What time do gates open for USC football?

GATE OPENING TIMES

Gates will open, for guests, two hours prior to kickoff time.

How early to get to USC football game?

There are quite a few official parking options for USC game days. But no matter where you decide to park, you should always plan to get to the Coliseum EARLY. Arriving 3.5+ hours before kick-off is ideal, once you start getting within that 3-hour mark, traffic starts to back up.