Student Parking
Parking Options for Students
Daily-choice parking can be a more affordable alternative to purchasing monthly or semester parking. The daily-choice parking rate is $4.25 per day (including fees) in four parking areas, Parking Structure 3, Parking Structure 4, Parking Lots 17/17A/17B, and Parking Lot 15. This rate is available exclusively through the PayByPhone app/website.
Note: you cannot use this rate to park outside of Parking Structure 3, Parking Structure 4, Parking Lot 15, or Parking Lot 17/17A/17B areas and it is not valid in any Faculty-Staff designated areas. Vehicles that pay in these zones but park outside of the areas are subject to citation; you must remain parked in the specific garage/lot you paid for. Time restrictions in EV charging areas apply.
Student accounts will be automatically created in the Transportation Portal prior to the start of the first semester. Please do not create a guest account. Log in using your SDSU email credentials.
Day-time permits (valid 5am - 2am) and 24-hour permits are available for purchase through the Transportation Portal for eligible students. Review our Parking Rules & Regulations prior to purchasing a permit and parking on campus. Visit the Guides webpage to learn how to purchase a permit or link your vehicle(s).
Semester Permit Dates:
- Summer 2026: May 17 - August 15
- Summer 2026 Session 1: May 24 - July 4
- Summer 2026 Session 2: July 5 - August 15
- Fall 2026: August 16 - December 31
| Permit Period | Fee |
|---|---|
| Day | $8.34 |
| Weekly Day | $18 |
| Weekly 24-Hours | $27 |
| Monthly Day | $48 |
| Monthly 24-Hours | $71 |
| Monthly Motorcycle | $10 |
| Summer 2026 Day-Time | $130 |
| Summer 2026 24-Hours | $203 |
| Summer 2026 Motorcycle | $29 |
| Summer 2026 Session 1 or 2 Day-Time | $60.06 |
| Fall 2026 Day-Time | $207 |
| Fall 2026 24-Hours | $341 |
| Fall 2026 Motorcycle | $44 |
Transportation Services does not manage residential parking for Aztec Shops properties or M@College. More information for Aztec Shops parking can be found at https://aztecservice.sdsu.edu/ReservedParkingV2/. Contact M@College directly for parking information.
- Low Income Disability Waiver: Section 42201 of Title 5, California Code of Regulations, provides for the waiver of campus parking fees for students with disabilities who have been issued a DMV placard or license plate, and who meet low income requirements. For further information regarding eligibility, contact Transportation Services via email at [email protected].
- First-Year Waiver: First-year, on-campus residents will not be permitted to bring a car their first year at SDSU. More information is available on the First-Year On-Campus Resident Parking Policy website.
- Overnight Parking in P7 & P12: Students in their 2nd year and beyond can purchase 24-hour (overnight) parking permits that are valid in the Parking Structure 3, the Parking Structure 4, and the Parking Lots 17/17A/17B at any time without a waiver. For 24-hour parking permits in Parking Structure 7 and Parking Structure 12, students can apply online for a waiver. Visit https://transportation.sdsu.edu/permits/24hr-campus-resident for more information.
Transportation Services collaborates with other departments on campus regarding permits under the VA/DoR benefit or other third-party organizations. Permits approved by the VA/DoR or other third-party organizations must be re-approved every semester. Requests must be submitted for consideration prior to the start of each semester. If you require a parking permit to be billed using your VA or DoR benefit, please contact [email protected]. While your request is under review or waiting for approval, a permit is still required if you are parked at SDSU. Hourly and daily permits can be purchased through the PayByPhone app or through Offstreet. Daily, weekly or monthly permits can be purchased through the Transportation Portal.