Student Parking Permits
Student parking permits depend on whether you live on-campus or off-campus.
Student Living On-Campus
Students living in residence halls or apartments who wish to park must have a valid annual parking permit. Different permit options are available dependent on where you live.
These residence halls are located on the west side of campus near Wilkerson Dining Center & Commons. Students assigned to these halls share the same designated residential hall parking lots and permit options. The permits offered allow 24/7 parking in the assigned residential hall lot and vehicles do not need to be moved unless directed by UND Parking Services or UND Housing.
Residence Hall permit holders are allowed to park in their residence hall lot as well as the following student lots:
| Permit | 2025-26 Price | Overnight Parking |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford Lot Permit | $350 | |
| Princeton N Permit | $250 | Princeton N |
Parking Signs
When parking on campus, look for signs to confirm that you are in the correct overnight zone for your permit.
Stanford E Lot
Valid for Stanford Overnight Permits
Stanford W Lot
Valid for Stanford Overnight Permits
Princeton N Lot
Valid for Princeton Overnight Permits
These residence halls are located near the heart of campus assigned to these halls share the same designated residential hall parking lots and permit options. The permits offered allow 24/7 parking in the assigned residential hall lot and vehicles do not need to be moved unless directed by UND Parking Services or UND Housing.
Residence Hall permit holders are allowed to park in their residence hall lot as well as the following student lots:
| Permit | 2025-26 Price | Overnight Lot |
|---|---|---|
| CFPAC NE Zone Permit | $350 | CFPAC Lot - NW |
| CFPAC SW Zone Permit | $250 | CFPAC Lot - SE |
Parking Signs
When parking on campus, look for signs to confirm that you are in the correct overnight zone for your permit.
CFPAC NE Zone
Valid for CFPAC NE Overnight Permits
CFPAC SW Zone
Valid for CFPAC SW Overnight Permits
Swanson Hall is located on the east side of campus next to the Memorial Union. Students living in Swanson hall have the option between purchasing a permit for the parking ramp or a nearby surface lot. Each permit allows 24/7 parking in an assigned lot, students do not need to move their vehicle unless directed by UND Parking Services or UND Housing.
Residence Hall permit holders are allowed to park in their residence hall lot as well as the following student lots:
| Permit | 2025-26 Price | Overnight Lot Access |
|---|---|---|
| Parking Ramp | $600 | The east side of level 1, the west side of Level 5 and all areas of Levels 2 through 4 within the parking ramp. |
| Columbia Hall 24/7 Permit | $350 | Columbia Lot -24/7 |
Parking Signs
Columbia Overnight
Valid for only the Columbia Overnight Permits. When parking on campus, if you have purchased the Columbia Lot Overnight Permit look for the sign to confirm that you are in the correct overnight zone for your permit.
University Place located on the west side of campus near the Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center. Students living at University Place have the option between two permits. Each permit includes 24/7 parking in an assigned overnight lot, students do not need to move their vehicle unless directed by UND Parking Services or UND Housing.
Residence Hall permit holders are allowed to park in their residence hall lot as well as the following student lots:
| Permit | 2025-26 Price | Overnight Lot Access |
|---|---|---|
| U Place Permit | $350 | U Place Lot |
| CFPAC SW Zone Permit | $250 | CFPAC Lot - SW |
Parking Signs
U Place Lot
Valid for U Place Overnight Permits
CFPAC SW Zone
Valid for CFPAC SW Overnight Permits
- This permit allows parking in apartment lots only.
- If you need to park in other campus lots between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. (e.g., near academic buildings), you must also purchase either a student or employee permit. This second permit allows access to commuter-designated areas during daytime hours.
| Permit | Price | Lot Access |
|---|---|---|
| APT | $100 | Apartment lots only |
Student Living Off-Campus
Students who travel to the UND campus regularly must purchase a valid parking permit and park in designated lots. Different permit options are available to meet your needs.
Off-campus student permits will not sell out.
The student permit allows access to the majority of surface lots on the UND Campus where an 'S' sign is located at the lot entrance or zone. The student permit is not valid in the Parking Ramp, Student Reserved parking lots/zones, 24/7 lots/zones (marked 'O') or anywhere on campus between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m.
| Permit | Full Year Price | Allowed Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Student ('S') | $225 | All surface lots marked for student ('S') permits |
The student reserved permit allows parking access for students in the Harvard Lot and the Student Reserved zone of the Columbia Lot. It also includes access to all surface lots that allow student parking on campus (marked with 'S'). The reserved student permit is not valid in the Parking Ramp, the 24/7 Overnight Zones (marked 'O') or anywhere on campus between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m.
| Permit | Full Year Price | Allowed Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Student Reserved | $325 |
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Student Reserve Permit Sign
The parking ramp permit allows access to all levels of the Parking Ramp, except for the west side of the 1st floor, located off of Red Jarret Way (formerly 2nd Ave N.) and Columbia Rd.
The permit also includes access to all surface lots on the UND Campus that allow student parking (marked 'S').
This permit is not valid in the Student Reserved lots/zones or the 24/7 Overnight lots/zones (marked 'O'). Overnight parking is permitted in the ramp with a valid parking ramp permit.
| Permit | Full Year Price | Allowed Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Parking Ramp | $600 |
The east side of level 1, the west side of Level 5 and all areas of Levels 2 through 4 within the Parking Ramp. |
The Overnight (24/7) permits allow students to park in a designated lot or zone based on the specific permit purchased. There are three overnight zones, and each permit is valid only in its assigned lot or zone.
In addition to the overnight access, all Overnight (24/7) permits include daytime parking access to five surface lots across campus:
This permit is ideal for students who need to flexibility for both overnight and daytime campus access. Be sure to check your permit to confirm your assigned overnight lot before parking.
| Permit | Assigned Overnight Lot | Full Year Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford St. Overnight (24/7) Permit | Oxford Lot | $350 |
| Cambridge N Overnight (24/7) Permit | Cambridge N Lot | $350 |
| Columbia Hall Overnight (24/7) Permit | Columbia Lot | $350 |
Parking Signs
Cambridge N Lot
Valid for Overnight Permits
Columbia Lot
Valid for Columbia Overnight Permits
Oxford Lot
Valid for Oxford Overnight Permits
The Economy Lot permit offers a budget-friendly alternative to the standard commuter permit, providing access to a single designated lot on campus. This permit is ideal for students who are looking to save on parking costs and are comfortable with a longer walk to their destination.
Permit holders can also take advantage of the campus shuttle, which stops at the UND Bookstore and provides transportation closer to their classes on campus. The economy lot is monitored and enforced like all campus lots, and the permit is only valid in the assigned lot.
| Permit | Lot Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Economy "ECON" | REA NE Lot | $100 |
Permit Cost Comparison
Parking permits may seem like a large upfront expense, but when broken down over the academic year, they provide a convenient and cost-effective solution for students living on and off campus. All permits are valid for the year, even if you plan to only be on campus during the fall and spring semesters only.
On Campus Student Permit Cost Comparison
| Permit | Annual Cost | 35-Week Cost per Day | 52-Week Cost per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| $250 permit option | $250 | $1.02 | $0.68 |
| $350 permit option | $350 | $1.43 | $0.96 |
| Parking Ramp | $600 | $2.45 | $1.64 |
Off Campus Student Permit Cost Comparison
35-Week
| Permit | Annual Cost | 1 day/week | 3 day/week | 5 day/week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | $100 | $2.86 | $0.95 | $0.57 |
| Student | $225 | $6.43 | $2.14 | $1.29 |
| Student Reserved | $325 | $9.29 | $3.10 | $1.86 |
| 24/7 Permits | $350 | $10 | $3.33 | $2.00 |
| Parking Ramp | $600 | $17.14 | $1.64 | $3.43 |
52-Week
| Permit | Annual Cost | 1 day/week | 3 day/week | 5 day/week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | $100 | $1.92 | $0.64 | $0.38 |
| Student | $225 | $4.33 | $1.44 | $0.87 |
| Student Reserved | $325 | $6.25 | $2.08 | $1.25 |
| 24/7 Permits | $350 | $6.73 | $2.24 | $1.35 |
| Parking Ramp | $600 | $11.54 | $3.85 | $2.31 |