2009-2010 Student Parking Permit Sales Notice
Parking for students at the University of Michigan is very limited, and we strongly encourage students to leave their vehicles at home. There are many services available for moving around campus and the City of Ann Arbor, so personal vehicles are not usually necessary. Students may ride any Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (AATA) bus route for free by swiping their valid University of Michigan Identification card when they board. In addition, our Zipcar car-sharing program is available. More information is available at http://www.zipcar.com/umich.
For commuting students and those who absolutely must bring their vehicle to campus, it is important to understand that:
- Student parking is located off-site.
- Lots are accessible by bus or, in certain locations, within walking distance of the campus.
- Parking is intended for commuting students.
- Very limited storage parking is available.
- All vehicles must be moved within 48 hours, except for the limited student storage parking areas.
Student parking permits are available to Junior, Senior and Graduate Students only. Freshman and sophomore students are only eligible for the Student Storage parking permits. However, daily commuters may park at one of the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (AATA) Park & Ride lots or may seek private parking off-campus (although this too is extremely limited). Students must be registered for classes to purchase permits.
<>Freshman and sophomore students with exceptional needs who require the use of their vehicle may appeal the parking eligibility policy by completing a UM Student Parking Appeal form (Adobe Acrobat PDF format). If you cannot print the form from our web site, it is also available at our office or may be ordered by phone (734) 647-3615. All appeals will be answered within 5 business days. Appeals for the following reasons will NOT be considered:
- Work locations or responsibilities
- Personal convenience
- Extracurricular activities
- Proximity of permanent residence
Important: Only parking options obtained from and issued by Parking & Transportation Services are valid in University lots and structures. Reproduction of any parking permit is a violation of University policy. Students are not eligible for faculty and staff parking permits (Gold, Blue, Yellow or Orange), and any such permits or gate access obtained from sources other than Parking & Transportation Services will be confiscated and the individuals involved severely penalized.
Permits issued from the Parking & Transportation Services office may be returned at any time for a pro-rated refund. Refunds are limited to amounts pre-paid excluding the month the option is returned.
Parking & Transportation Services does not issue permits for University Housing parking lots adjacent to several residence halls or for the Northwood Community Apartments.
Order Your Permit Online
Student parking permits are available to juniors, seniors and Graduate Students only and may be ordered online. Class level is based strictly on the status stated in the University's Student database. Transfer students may need confirmation of their class level from their University advisor. Advisors may e-mail Parking & Transportation Services at umpark@umich.edu to provide confirmation. Information should include the student's name, University Identification number and class status.
To order your parking option, go to https://permits.pts.umich.edu/eBusiness. You will be required to log-in using your Kerberos password. The online application is available now. The only payment option available online is credit card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover). Please note that Student Storage permits are not available online. They will be issued at the Parking & Transportation Services office at 777 North University Avenue (second floor) beginning June 15.
If you do not require a parking permit starting July 1, we suggest that you wait to order your permit until two weeks before you need student parking. This will save you money, because any permit ordered online before July 15 will be for the full annual rate.
Student permits may also be purchased at the Parking & Transportation Services office at 777 North University Avenue (second floor) starting June 15. Office hours are 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with one exception. Each Tuesday, the office is closed between 11:30 am and 1 pm.
2009-2010 Annual Student Permit Fees
NO PRICE INCREASE ON STUDENT PERMITS! Due to the current economic challenges, the University has chosen to not increase the permit fees for students.
Parking option for all eligible students:
Student Orange $70
Student Storage $196
Parking options for Graduate Students:
Student Yellow $141
Student After Hour $54
Student Orange w/After Hour $124
Student Yellow w/After Hour $195
Questions can be directed to umpark@umich.edu or (734) 764-8291.