Do freshmen usually bring a car or no? And if they were to bring a car, can they get a parking pass on-campus?
At Arizona State University (ASU), freshmen are permitted to bring a car to campus, although the university promotes sustainable transportation options such as free inter-campus shuttles and light rail services.
Parking Pass Eligibility
Any student registered for classes in good standing can purchase a parking permit. This includes freshmen who wish to have their vehicles on campus.
How to Obtain a Parking Pass
To acquire a parking permit, students must:
- Be officially enrolled in classes.
- Log in to the ASU Transportation Account using their ASURITE ID.
- Select the appropriate permit type:
- Residence Hall Permits: For students living on campus needing overnight parking, available for purchase in mid-July.
- Commuter Permits: For off-campus students, allowing daytime parking but generally not overnight.
- Enter vehicle information, as ASU utilizes virtual permits linked to license plates.
- Complete payment via credit card or billing to the student account.
Parking permit costs vary based on campus location and proximity to central areas. For example, residence hall permits at the Tempe campus range from $720 to $855 annually, while commuter permits range from $280 to $780 Arizona State University Parking.