Parking permits at NAU

Student parking permits

If you’re planning to bring a car to campus, don’t wait! Student parking permits sell out fast. You can purchase a permit for the full academic year, by semester, or just for the summer. Keep an eye on the ManageMyParking portal for availability and updates.

Permit options

Full year

Valid 8/15/24–8/14/25

• Commuter: $505
• Commuter Overnight: $595
• Resident: $575
• Parking Garage Commuter: $690
• Parking Garage Resident: $750
• Motorcycle: $275

Semester

Valid fall: 8/15/24–12/31/24 and valid spring: 1/1/25–8/14/25

• Commuter: $379
• Commuter Overnight: $446
• Resident: $431
• Parking Garage Commuter: $518
• Parking Garage Resident: $563
• Motorcycle: $206

Summer

Valid 5/1/25–8/14/25

• Commuter: $152
• Commuter Overnight: $179
• Resident: $173
• Parking Garage Commuter: $207
• Parking Garage Resident: $225

Employee parking permits

NAU employees can choose from flexible parking options based on their schedule. Permits are available by the year, semester, or summer session.

Full year

Valid 8/15/24–8/14/25

• Employee: $500
• Parking Garage Employee: $685
• Part-time employee: $350

Semester

Valid fall: 8/15/24–12/31/24, valid spring: 1/1/25–8/14/25, and Part-time employee Spring: 1/1/25–5/14/25

• Employee: $375
• Parking Garages Employee: $514
• Part-time Employee: $140

Summer

Valid 5/1/25–8/14/25

• Employee: $150
• Parking Garage Employee: $206
• Part-time Employee: $70

Campus affiliate parking permits

If you're a campus affiliate, you’ll also need a valid NAU permit to park. Options are available for the full year, semester, or summer.

Full year

Valid 8/15/24–8/14/25

• All Area and AA Contractor: $800
• Service Vendor Fleet: $875

Semester

Valid fall: 8/15/24–12/31/24 and valid spring: 1/1/25–8/14/25

• All Area and AA Contractor: $600
• Service Vendor Fleet: $657

Summer

Valid 5/1/25–8/14/25

• All Area and AA Contractor: $240
• Service Vendor Fleet: $263

Visitor and guest parking permits

Guests visiting campus can purchase permits for just a few hours, a day, or longer depending on their needs.

Full year permit

Valid 8/15/24–8/14/25

• Evening only: $275

Semester permit

Valid fall: 8/15/24–12/31/24 and valid spring: 1/1/25–8/14/25

• Evening only: $206

Summer permit

Valid 5/1/25–8/14/25

• Evening Permit: $83

Short term parking permits

• Skydome kiosk: $4/hour or $10/daily
• Pay-by-space in P16 or P45: $4/hour for up to two hours
• Pay at a meter in P6 or P64: $3/hour for up to two hours
• Evening permit: $6/evening

Evening-only parking permit

If your classes are mostly in the evening, the evening-only permit is a budget-friendly option. It lets you park in designated lots after 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Where you can park: parking zones

NAU’s campus is divided into zones. Be sure to check the campus parking map to find out where your permit is valid and learn about restrictions for certain areas.

ADA parking at NAU

Accessible (ADA) parking spaces are available in most lots across campus. To park in one of these spots, you’ll need both a valid NAU permit and a state-issued ADA placard or license plate.

How to purchase an NAU parking permit

Use the Manage my Parking portal to buy your permit. It’s fast, easy, and all online. Choose your permit type, pay securely, and decide whether to have it mailed or delivered digitally. You can buy a permit for a single day, a full semester, or the whole year, whatever works best for you.

It’s quick and easy to secure a parking permit with the Manage My Parking portal. This online tool lets students, employees, and campus visitors select the type of permit they need, complete payment, and choose how they'd like to receive it (by mail or digitally). Permits are offered in flexible timeframes, from single-day use to full academic year coverage.

Parking rules and resources

Not sure where to park, or what to do if your battery dies? Our parking guide has everything you need to know including eligibility rules, lot locations, and available services like motorist assistance.