Service Updates and Announcements
This page is updated with changes for Shuttle Services, Evanston Parking, and Chicago Parking announcements.
Shuttle Service Updates
Commencement Shuttle Information
There will be shuttles operating for school convocations and Commencement that take place at Ryan Field or Welsh-Ryan Arena. Shuttles will begin one hour prior to events at Ryan Field and will conclude approximately one hour after the completion of convocations. Parking in the Ryan Field area will be limited. It is highly recommended that graduates and their guests take shuttles early to avoid long wait times at shuttle stops.
DuSable Lake Shore Drive Resurfacing Impact on Intercampus Shuttles
The City of Chicago has started a resurfacing project on DuSable Lake Shore Drive between LaSalle Drive and Lawrence Avenue. Due to lane closures and slower speed limits the shuttles do experience delays at various times. Please expect delays and plan for extra travel time when utilizing the shuttle. You track buses using TransLoc.
Undergraduate U-Pass Program
The Undergraduate U-Pass program was a pilot for Winter and Spring Quarters in 2022. Due to low utilization it has been decided that the program will not continue for the 2022-23 academic year. The Transportation & Parking Office does not administer any graduate student U-Pass programs. You need to contact your individual school regarding any questions.
CTA recently reduced the cost of a 30-day pass from $105 down to $75. See the CTA's Fare Information webpage for additional information about that pass.
Evanston Parking Announcements
Presidential Inauguration Parking Information
Heavy traffic is expected on north campus for Presidential Inauguration events on Fri, June 2 and we encourage you to plan ahead. Some parking lots, including North Garage, are expected to reach capacity by 9 a.m. Additionally, the Cook Hall Lot (#122) will be closed Friday morning to accommodate participants of the Inauguration event at Ryan Fieldhouse. Daily parkers should consider making use of lots west of Sheridan Rd.
Long Field (600 block of Lincoln St) will be used for overflow parking by those attending the inauguration once North Garage is filled. Eastbound traffic on the 500 block of Lincoln St will be closed to traffic at that time.
2022-23 Parking Permits
2022-23 parking permits are available for purchase. As the community returns to regular campus activities, the University has approved a plan to restore the normal full-time parking rate over two years. The plan to normalize parking rates began in fall 2021 and is fully implemented in fall 2022.
- Student and contractor permits are available for purchase at the Evanston Parking Services Office.
- Faculty and staff can purchase annual parking through the Evanston Parking Services Office
- As outlined in the Evanston Campus Parking Policies, temporary permits are non-refundable. Please note temporary permits can be purchased on a daily or monthly basis.
Vehicle Storage
Parking of vehicles for over 48 consecutive hours is prohibited. This includes all holiday and academic break periods.
Contractor parking
Construction contractors for all capital projects are prohibited from parking in all main campus lots. This includes North Garage (# 105), South Garage (# 211) and South Beach two level structure (# 214, 215).
Lot Closures
- Cook Hall Lot (#122) - will be closed Fri, June 2
Major Events
- None at this time
Chicago Parking Announcements
Daily Discounted Parking Program
Starting in 2023, the Daily Discounted Parking Coupon Program has transited to the Daily Debit Recharge Discount Program for most Chicago campus faculty, staff, and students. The Parking Office will no longer provide daily coupons to any faculty, staff, or student who is eligible for the Daily Debit Recharge program. Coupons are still available for temporary, part-time, new, and Evanston-based employees. Please review the information on the Daily Validation page for additional details about the program.
2022-23 Parking Permits
2022-23 parking permits are available for purchase. As the community returns to regular campus activities, the University has approved a plan to restore the normal full-time parking rate over two years. The plan to normalize parking rates began in fall 2021 and is fully implemented in fall 2022.
- Student and contractor permits are available for purchase at the Chicago Parking Services Office.
- Faculty and staff can purchase annual parking through the Chicago Parking Services Office.
Monthly Contractor Parking
To renew your monthly contractor parking please go to the Erie Ontario Garage Customer Service Office located on Ontario Street near the first floor vehicle exit, just east of the southeast elevator lobby. Fill out the monthly renewal form at the office and make your payment there. You can renew your parking access Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In an effort to reduce cash handling, please utilize credit cards or checks for your payments. If you have questions please call us at 312-503-1103 or email us at chicagoparking@northwestern.edu. We are sorry, but at this time we are not able to process new requests for contractor parking.