Tulane University Parking Services has announced a 2025-26 policy change: second- and third-year residential students are no longer eligible for uptown campus parking permits. This change is due to a reduction in parking availability following multiple construction projects that will enhance the uptown campus.
Second-Year Students
Second-year students living on campus with a current parking permit must relocate their vehicle from the uptown campus starting Friday, Aug. 1, but no later than the first day of classes, Monday, Aug. 18.
Third-Year Students
Alternative Parking Option: Downtown LaSalle Garage
Third-year students living on campus who need to keep a vehicle in New Orleans are encouraged to park at the Tulane-owned LaSalle Garage (floors six and above) at 225 LaSalle Street on the downtown campus. This option is available at no charge, other than the cost of an access card.
LaSalle Garage Access
- Permits become available: Friday, Aug. 1
- How to register: Visit the Parking Services portal and log in using your Tulane credentials
- Access card cost: $32
- Where to get your card: Campus Services Office, Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life, Suite 107
- Weekend Parking on Uptown Campus
Third-year students with a valid LaSalle Garage permit may park on the uptown campus on weekends only:
- From Fridays at 6 p.m. to Mondays at 6 a.m.
- In designated areas, including the Diboll Parking Garage, floors 4 to 6
- Note: This excludes home football games and special events
- Check for weekend events at events.tulane.edu and tulanegreenwave.com
Shuttle Details & Links
Tulane Shuttles and Transportation offers multiple transit services. The 2025–26 schedules and routes are designed to maximize efficiency, prioritize safety, and enhance convenience.
- Green Line (weekday shuttle)
- Weekend Red Line
- Makin’ Groceries Line
- Airport Shuttles
- Mardi Gras Shuttles
- On Demand Services
- View all shuttle routes and schedules: shuttles.tulane.edu/fixed-shuttle-lines
- Download PassioGo to track shuttles and schedule on demand rides (starting fall 2025): passiotech.com/mobile-app/#download-sec
- Check for alerts and subscribe: shuttles.tulane.edu/alerts
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is affected by the updated parking policies for the 2025–26 academic year?
Beginning in fall 2025, second-year and third-year students residing on the uptown campus will not be eligible to purchase a parking permit.
Why are these changes being implemented?
These changes are due to a reduction in parking availability following multiple construction projects that will enhance the uptown campus.
What are the requirements for second-year students who currently hold a parking permit?
Second-year students living on campus with an existing parking permit must relocate their vehicles from the uptown campus starting Friday, Aug. 1, and no later than Monday, Aug. 18, 2025 (the first day of classes).
Are there alternative parking options for third-year students?
Yes. Third-year students who need to keep a vehicle in New Orleans are encouraged to use the Tulane-owned LaSalle Garage (floors six and above) located at 225 LaSalle Street on the downtown campus. This option is available at no charge, aside from the cost of an access card.
How can third-year students obtain access to the LaSalle Garage?
- Garage access begins Friday, Aug. 1, 2025
- Requires only an access card and no additional fees
- Registration: Visit the Parking Services portal and log in using Tulane credentials
- Access card cost: $32
- Card pickup location: Campus Services Office, Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life, Suite 107
Can third-year students park on the uptown campus on weekends?
Yes, with exceptions. Third-year students with a valid LaSalle Garage permit may park on the uptown campus during weekends:
- Permitted hours: Fridays at 6 p.m. through Mondays at 6 a.m.
- Designated areas: Diboll Parking Garage, floors 4 to 6
- Restrictions: Parking is not permitted during home football games or special events.
- Event information: Visit events.tulane.edu and tulanegreenwave.com
What transportation options are available for students without an uptown parking permit?
Tulane Shuttles and Transportation offers several transit services designed to maximize efficiency, prioritize safety, and enhance convenience:
Where can I find shuttle schedules and updates?
- Shuttle routes and schedules: shuttles.tulane.edu/fixed-shuttle-lines
- PassioGo mobile app download: passiotech.com/mobile-app/#download-sec
- Service alerts and subscriptions: shuttles.tulane.edu/alerts
What do I do if I have a medical or mental health concern that causes me to need a parking permit?
If you would like to apply for a medical exemption to purchase a resident permit, please contact the Goldman Center for Accessibility at 504-862-8433 or goldman@tulane.edu.
What do I do if my family member has a medical concern that causes me to need a parking permit?
You may apply for an appeal with Tulane Parking Services. The Tulane Parking Committee will review an appeal due to a family member’s medical concern on a case-by-case basis. To request an appeal application, email: parking@tulane.edu.
What do I do if I have an off-campus job that causes me to need a parking permit?
You may apply for an appeal with Tulane Parking Services. The Tulane Parking Committee will review an appeal due to an off-campus job on a case-by-case basis. To request an appeal application, email: parking@tulane.edu.
The Tulane University Police Department provides a safety escort service. You can request this service by calling 504.865.5382. For more information, go to: publicsafety.tulane.edu/safety-escorts. Additionally, please note that the location of the shuttle stop downtown is in front of the well-lit and well-attended Wave City Market.
You may apply for an appeal with Tulane Parking Services. The Tulane Parking Committee will review an appeal due to an obligation not on the uptown campus on a case-by-case basis. To request an appeal application, email: parking@tulane.edu.
