Summer 2025 On-Campus Parking Permits
Resident on-campus parking permits for summer 2025 are expected to go on sale Monday, May 05, 2025. Permits will be valid from May 19, 2025 through Aug. 15, 2025 and will cost $150. Resident on-campus permits will only be valid in Scholars and Bellevue Lots - H Zones.
Permits can be purchased via My UC Merced Parking Portal.
2025 Spring Semester On-Campus Parking Permits - SOLD OUT!
Apply Now! 2025 Fall On-Campus Resident Parking Application - Rates Coming Soon
Student on campus permits for Spring 2025 are available to purchase now. Spring Semester permits will be valid from January 13, 2025 to May 16, 2025 and will cost $200. On-campus permits are only valid in H Zones located in Bellevue and Scholars Lots.
On campus permits will not be available online.
Resident students who would like an on campus parking permit are required to submit an application to TAPS. Please use the link below to apply for a Spring 2025 permit:
Spring 2025 UC Merced On-Campus Resident Parking Application - SOLD OUT!
General On-Campus Resident Parking Information
Resident parking permits ("H" Zone) are available for students that live on-campus on a first-come, first-serve basis. All other permit types (including kiosk permit, Pay by Text, Flowbird) are not available for purchase by residents. However, a limited number of spaces have been allotted to accommodate resident parking on an exception basis. You may apply for an "H" permit if you meet one of the below exceptions:
- Health (Medical Exception) - A medical condition, disability, or frequent and urgent visits to an off-campus health care provider that cannot be accessed through CatTracks. You will need to submit a letter from your health care provider on his/her office stationary detailing your diagnosis. All information provided will be kept confidential.
- Employment - Off-campus employment. Along with your resident parking application, you will need to submit your most recent pay stub and a written explanation of how your employment relates to your education. In addition, you will need to submit your most recent pay stub by the 10th day of each month as proof of your continued employment.
- Military - Meeting your military service requirements. You will need to submit a letter from your commanding officer on unit stationary with your 1) full unit designation 2) drill location and 3) a drill schedule that reflects your required attendance.
- Extreme Circumstances - Any other urgent transportation need. Having a car for convenience does not qualify for this exception. Please provide official supporting documentation.
Please contact our office with further questions. We can be reached at (209) 228-8277 or taps@ucmerced.edu. Permits are non-refundable.
