Can you have a car at Wayne State?

All vehicles parked in an assigned parking area on campus (other than meters and designated visitor areas) must display a valid university parking permit. Parking permits are the property of Wayne State University, issued exclusively by Parking Services, and can be confiscated for misuse.



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All full-time and part-time Wayne State University students are eligible for semester assigned parking, and general parking with the WSU OneCard.

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All full-time and part-time Wayne State University students are eligible for assigned parking. You can purchase a semester parking pass, which allows unlimited entry and exit to an assigned structure/lot.

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All Wayne State University students should purchase their parking permit online. Log in using your Access ID, select Purchase Permits and follow the instructions. Please note, you must have your vehicle information (license plate, make, model and year) to purchase your parking pass online.

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On-Street Parking The rate is $1.25/hour with a $0.75 minimum payment for cards. You can also pay remotely with Parkmobile. Meters are enforced from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and most Sundays are free. Parking is not permitted between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m.

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Wayne State University offers parking to visitors all over campus. Although visitors do not park for free, there are many payment options to accommodate different preferences.

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Cars. There are a limited number of lot 89 and lot 91 permits available for first-year students who wish to bring their own car to campus. Other vehicle permits are available to students who have at least 28 credits. Visit the MSU Parking Services website for purchasing and additional details.

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Parking rates are $2 per hour. Special events on campus may alter lot accessibility or fees. Please contact Parking Services for questions regarding specific events or lot restrictions.

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State College is also walkable and bikeable because it is safe, and there are many trails and sidewalks to facilitate that. However, if you want to reach attractions that are a 1–2-hour drive away from the city, you need to rent a car.

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On-street parking is enforced 7AM-10PM, Mon-Sat. Parking meters charge $1 per hour which you can pay with coins or a credit card and the maximum stay is limited to 2 hours. Downtown Detroit also has plenty of off-street garages and lots.

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To enter a general parking lot, swipe your WSU OneCard and the fee will be debited from your account. To exit the parking area, swipe your WSU OneCard again. Using your OneCard debit to park for over 24 hours is a violation of the WSU OneCard and Parking Policy.

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Payment methods
  1. Using a credit or bank debit card (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover) at various parking locations across campus. ...
  2. Pulling an hourly parking ticket from Structure 6 or 8 and Lot 12, 14, 23, 31 or 57. ...
  3. Depositing payment in bills or quarters into the machine at the entrance gate.


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