All students, employees, and guests are required to obtain a parking permit for vehicles that are parked on campus..
The responsibility of finding an authorized parking space rests solely with the driver. Lack of nearby parking spaces, mechanical problems, inclement weather or other conditions are not considered valid excuses for violation of traffic and parking regulations. Parking tickets will be issued and upheld for invalid parking.
Parking is permitted ONLY where parking lines are painted or where signs are posted designating a parking area, and only in the lots corresponding to the permit Please refer to the campus map for parking lot designations. There is no parking on campus roadways, grass, or unpaved areas unless specifically instructed by a police officer. No parking zones include, but are not limited to: fire lanes, loading zones, building entrances, reserved/designated spaces or lots that do not match your issued pass, roadways, yellow curbs or yellow lined areas, striped zones, and ADA spaces (without the appropriate pass).
Due to special events on campus, there are times that vehicles may be authorized or required to park in alternate locations. Notifications of such will be sent via university email and by other forms of communication.
Where can I park?
R LOTS: Resident: $325. Resident permit holders must park in a Resident lot.
C LOTS: Commuter: $225. Commuter permit holders must park in a Commuter lot. Commuter lots are clearly marked around the perimeter of campus buildings as well as the 30th Street Lot, located across the street from the Evans Center for Health Professionals. A commuter space is not guaranteed on main campus. Commuter permit holders must park in the Cycloplex Shuttle lot if a Commuter space cannot be located. No overnight parking is permitted on campus with Commuter permit without prior authorization (see guest permit section for details).
Faculty and Staff. Employees of Marian are considered commuters and must park in lots clearly markeed Commuter.
S LOT: Cycloplex Shuttle LOT: $25. Shuttle permit holders must park in the Cycloplex Shuttle lot between the hours of 7:15 am-5:30 pm M-F and may park in campus Commuter lot spaces after 3:30pm M-F if they plan to remain on campus after 5:30pm or on weekends. No overnight parking is permitted with Shuttle permit without prior authorization.
O LOT: Overlook Apartments LOT: Overlook permit holders may park in the Overlook lot and adjacent Residential lots if needed. No other permit holders may park in the Overlook lot. Overlook residents are not eligible for a Commuter Parking Permit or Residential Parking Permit.
Houses: Students residing in university owned houses park at the assigned residence and are not required or eligible for a Resident or Commuter parking permit.
Individuals seeking parking for athletic events should refer to the athletics website for parking information and associated costs.
Where do I request a parking permit and when am I billed for it?
Students
Online form for students to request a Marian University parking permit: Click on the link below. It will take you to a page titled etrieve l Central, below that go to “Forms” then go to PARK under the Campus Safety heading to access the Parking permit request form. Click HerE
Upon completing the online form, you will receive an email inviting you to pick up the permit at MUPD in Norman Center. The charge will be added to your university bill after you pick up your permit.
Faculty/Staff
Employees with a F/S permit that expires August 15, 2027 will continue to use that pass until August 2027.
New employees, or those without an active permit can complete a parking form and receive their permit from MUPD at the Norman Center. You will need to know your vehicle license plate number.
Guests
Employeees and students may accompany a guest to complete a guest day permit form and receive a day permit in MUPD in the Norman Center. You will need to know the vehicle license plate number, name of guest(s) and purpose of the visit.
How do I display my permit?
Parking permits are to be hung from the rear-view mirror of the front windshield with permit numbers facing out. If this is not possible, affix the permit where it is clearly visible in the windshield.
Motorcycles are not required to display the parking permit if it would leave the permit vulnerable to theft but must be available upon request.
Student parking permits expire on August 15th, 2027
What are the university parking policies?
Traffic
All persons driving on the campus are expected to obey all posted traffic and parking policies.
The speed limit on campus is 15 mph.
Individuals are expected to park in the parking lot that is associated with their parking permit. Parking lots are identified by signs.
Shuttle
The Campus Shuttle runs continuously Monday-Friday between The Cycloplex Shuttle Lot and Alumni Hall, from 7:15am to 5:30pm while fall and spring undergraduate classes are in session. Anticipated wait time between shuttles is 10 minutes.
The Cycloplex Shuttle Lot is located at 3649 Cold Spring Road.
Visitor Day Permit
Visitors must obtain a visitor day parking permit available at the Marian University Police Department, located in the Norman Center and open 24/7/365
Visitors are encouraged to park at the Cycloplex Shuttle Lot and utilize the Marian shuttle bus when available.
If parking on main campus, the visitor day permit allows visitors to park in Commuter lots.
Overnight Parking
Commuters needing to leave their car on main campus overnight must also display a temporary guest parking permit. Contact MUPD.
Accessible Parking
ADA parking is available in all parking lots. Parking in an ADA space without an active parking permit and an ADA tag or license plate will result in a ticket and disciplinary action.
If you have an ADA license plate, state disabled placard/hangtag, or an Indiana Disabled American Veterans license plate, you may park in ADA spaces on university property. You will need to be the owner of the ADA credentials (plate/placard/hangtag) and the driver of the vehicle.
Students who need to request temporary ADA accommodations should contact the Personalized Learning Center at plc@marian.edu or vist Clare Hall 139 to schedule an appointment. Proof of disability status will be required from a doctor or clinician that indicates the conditions that require ADA parking accommodation and the duration of the need.
Employees who need to request temporary ADA accommodations should contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@marian.edu or visit Marian Hall 1XX to schedule an appointment. Proof of disability status will be required from a doctor or clinician that indicates the conditions that require ADA parking accommodation and the duration of the need.
Permit Options and Cost
Resident: $325
Commuter: $225
Cycloplex Shuttle: $25
For the 2026–2027 academic year, students who purchase a spring parking permit on or after December 18, 2026 will pay a reduced spring-only rate of $110 for a Commuter Lot permit, $165 for a Residential Lot permit, and $10 for a Shuttle Lot permit; these reduced rates reflect the policy that permits purchase after the conclusion of the fall semester. Students who graduate at the conclusion of the fall semester are eligible to return their parking permit for a refund of half of the original price.
Note: The cost of the Faculty Staff permit is currently covered by the university.
Violations
Violations of these traffic and parking privileges may result in the following fines, removal of parking privileges, and/or other sanctions:
Fines: $50 per ticket. Student fines will be charged to student accounts and will be billed along with the regular tuition and fee schedule.
Students who receive multiple tickets will be referred to the Dean of Students regarding failure to comply with campus policies.
Faculty/Staff who receive multiple tickets will be referred to their supervisor and Human Resources regarding failure to comply with campus policies.
An immobilization device or “boot” may be attached to the vehicle. Contacting the Marian University Police Department is required to have the device removed.
Towing of the vehicle at the owner’s expense: Total cost will be the cost of towing and a campus ticket.
At no time will Marian University or the towing company be responsible for damage that may occur to the vehicle during towing or while the vehicle is impounded. The vehicle owner or operator accepts all liability and responsibility.
Any damage to university property done by an improperly parked and/or towed vehicle will be paid for by the owner.
Appeals
Individuals may appeal a ticket here within seven days of the ticket issue. (Link coming soon.)
Please note: Changes were made to the policies, rules, regulations, and parking lot designations during the summer of 2026. Please familiarize yourself with those changes.
Parking changes and construction updates
Parking and traffic near St. Vincent Field and the Evans Center will be impacted by construction.
Alternative parking is available in the 30th Street lots and Indy Cycloplex. Review the Parking Map (PDF), allow extra time, and plan ahead.
This page will serve as the central hub for updates. Note: Employees are required to park in a Commuter Lot.
