Permits for students vary based on your living situation, find the right permit for you.
Texas State University has launched its simplified campuswide parking permit framework. Under this system, student parking is organized into Permit Groups allocated by specific campus zones. We have transitioned to flexible, semester-based billing options so you can pay by the academic term.
To maximize parking availability and prevent over-saturation in campus lots, permit purchases are organized into specific geographic and usage zones. Read below to understand how selection and limits work.
Students will purchase a permit specifically in a zone of their choosing. You may select the zone closest to your residential hall neighborhood or typical daytime course buildings.
Students are not guaranteed permits in their zone of ideal choice due to limited physical parking capacity. If a zone reaches its capacity threshold, you must choose an alternative available zone.
All parking zone permits are released simultaneously. Allocation strictly operates on a first-come, first-served basis. We strongly advise secure submission early through your student account.
Guarantees 24/7 parking anywhere within your designated residential lot. Exclusively for neighborhood residents.
Semester Cost: $350
This permit is for residential students looking for a reduced-rate option who doesn't mind parking further away. Allows for remote parking at the Thorpe Lane and Mill Street lots.
Semester Cost: $85
This permit is for commuters who do not reside in university housing. It grants access to standard commuter lots and areas across both campuses.
Semester Cost: $85
Learn more about your options for motorcycle parking, accessible parking, and other permit costs.
Motorcycle parking is available in many lots and garages on campus. A motorycycle permit lets you park in any all-zone MC parking areas.
Accessible parking is available with a state-issued Persons with a Disabilites Parking Placard or License Plate and a valid Texas State Parking permit
| PERMIT GROUP | PRIMARY USERS | ACCESS / VALID AREAS | RATE PER SEMESTER |
|---|---|---|---|
PERMIT GROUP Commuter Permit | PRIMARY USERS Commuter Students | ACCESS / VALID AREAS Standard commuter lots and designated student commuter parking areas on the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses. | RATE PER SEMESTER $85 / semester |
PERMIT GROUP Residential Assigned Permit | PRIMARY USERS Residential Students | ACCESS / VALID AREAS Neighborhood-based residential parking under the new Boko Residential Parking Neighborhood Program. Offers a guaranteed space within your assigned residential lot 24/7. | RATE PER SEMESTER $350 / semester |
PERMIT GROUP Residential General Permit | PRIMARY USERS Remote / Budget-Conscious | ACCESS / VALID AREAS Reduced-rate remote parking is available for residents at the Thorpe Lane and Mill Street lots, with complimentary shuttle service provided. | RATE PER SEMESTER $85 / semester |
PERMIT GROUP Motorcycle Permit | PRIMARY USERS Motorcycle Users | ACCESS / VALID AREAS Designated motorcycle parking spaces campuswide. | RATE PER SEMESTER $118 / year (Annual rate) |
All students are required to register any vehicle they drive and park on campus and purchase the appropriate color parking permit.
Parking rules are enforced every day of the year.
Texas State parking enforcement operates entirely with advanced digital systems. Your license plate is your parking permit. There are no physical sticker tags or plastic dashboard hangers.
No Physical Tags Needed
No more waiting in long lines to pick up stickers or worrying about them falling off your rearview mirror.
Must Register Plates Correctly
Because registration and scanning are digital, verifying your license plate is entered 100% correctly at time of purchase is strictly critical.
Real-Time Database Scan
Enforcement vehicles utilize mounted camera rigs to scan plates and match active databases in real-time based on your selected zones.