Visitor Parking
Visitors are welcome at OSU!
Where am I allowed to park?
Parking permit are required in the A, B, or C Zones, or any ADA space, Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., year-round. Permits are required in all other parking locations at all times, year-round. Please only park in a space designated by painted lines, and pay careful attention to signs to avoid parking in restricted use spaces.
Please do not park in Residential R parking lots at any time, as these locations are for campus residents only, 24/7.
Helpful tip: Some parking lots are very popular, and campus is a busy place. We recommend that you know how to find a second parking lot in case your first choice is unavailable when you arrive. Beaver Buses are free shuttles circulating on campus to help you get where you need to go.
How do I Purchase a Parking Permit?
To park in any A, B, or C lot on campus between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday, you will need to purchase a parking permit. Daily permits can be purchasedonlinebefore driving to campus or from a mobile deviceupon your arrival.
Hourly and daily parking permits can also be purchased from one of the many pay stationson campus.
Important! For either option, you will need to know the license plate numberof the vehicle you are parking.
| Permits | A Zones | B Zones | C Zones |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | $7 | $5 | $5 |
| Hourly | $2 | $1 | $1 |
Still have questions? Contact us!
