Parking and Traffic Services

PARKING PERMIT PROCESS

"Welcome to Tennessee State University’s Parking and Transportation Information Center. Understanding campus parking and transportation options can be challenging, but our goal is to simplify the process and provide the guidance you need."

 

How to Obtain a TSU Parking Permit (Students & Employees) 

Students & employees will need the following documents to upload into the parking system: 

    • Vehicle Registration/Renewal Form
    • Current Proof of Insurance
    • Valid Drivers License
    • Valid TSU ID
    • {for Disability Permit only} - State-Issued Disabled Placard
    • {for Disability Permit only} - State-Issued Registration Form for the Disabled Placard

                            You may do this by scanning the QR code: 

BQRC

 

**Regular student and employee parking permits will be available beginning August 4th. 

**Reserved and gated parking permits will be available beginning September 2nd. Reserved permit holders MUST come to Hankal Hall in person to receive their hangtag. 

 

Students Permits

Whether you’re an undergraduate, graduate, or professional student, our team is here to support your access to everything the campus has to offer.

 

Employee Permits 

From easy online parking permit purchases to comprehensive campus maps and programs that encourage sustainable commuting, we aim to equip you with the resources and information needed for a smooth and stress-free commute.

 

Disability Placards


The University requires all students, faculty or staff who have a state-issued disability permit to obtain a Tennessee State University-issued disability parking permit. Both permits must be properly displayed when parking on campus.

Visitors - How to Park at TSU

Parking has been made more convenient through the availability of hourly paid options in designated lots throughout campus. 

Visitors have the option of paying $1 an hour or $5 a day Mon-Fri from 6am to 6pm. 

Permit Rates

Parking permits are valid from September 1 to August 31 of the following year.  Parking permits for the new academic year are available for sale during the last week in August. The cost of one parking permit for students is included in tuition fees.  Employee parking permit is $120.00 for general permits, $300.00 for reserved permits and $300.00 for gated reserved permits. Note: Reserved and gated parking spaces are limited. Please contact the Parking Services office for availability of reserved or gated parking spaces and if desired, to be added to the waitlist.

Free parking is now available for faculty and staff who choose to opt out of purchasing an annual parking permit. These designated areas are located in Lots UU, Z, and at the Incubation Center downtown, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis until full. You will still be required to register your vehicle in the parking system and select the free faculty and staff option. 

Once these lots reach capacity, you will be required to purchase hourly or daily parking by scanning the QR code below and selecting your intended parking lot.

Tempo QR Code

Event Parking

Hale Stadium parking lots may be preempted for events, especially home football games, special events, and commencement. 

EVENT PARKING MAPS

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AERIAL IMAGES OF PARKING LOTS

Parking map for Hale Stadium
Merritt Plaza Parking Lot (Y)
Gentry Complex Lot (FF)


Signs will be posted at the entrance to the affected parking lots at least 1 day in advance, with the date(s) of the restriction. Vehicles will be ticketed, and may be towed, if they remain in the parking lot after the posted restriction begins.

Parking Regulations

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Questions

If you have questions, please contact the Parking Office.