Parking at Boise State University
Boise State offers a variety of parking permits designed to meet the needs of students, employees, departments, vendors, and visitors. Whether you’re on campus daily, for a semester, or just attending an event, there’s a permit option that fits.
2025 – 2026 Permit Sales and Renewals
Starting at 10 a.m. on July 1, current Commuter, Reserve, and non-resident Garage permit holders can renew their permits. We’ll email detailed instructions in May and send a reminder before July 1. Make sure your email is up to date in the parking portal so you don’t miss these updates.
Then, at 10 a.m. on August 4, any remaining permits — including all resident permits — will go on sale. We’ll share more details by email in July about how and where to buy your permit. Stay tuned and watch your inbox!
Mark Your Calendar
Open Sales start Aug. 4 at 10 a.m.
Know Before You Park
- All vehicles must have a valid Boise State permit or park in designated hourly or visitor areas.
- Your vehicle must have valid license plates and a visible Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- Reserve, Commuter, and Garage permits are for day use only. For overnight parking, use a Resident permit or coordinate with your event organizer.
- Parking is enforced 24/7—including weekends and holidays—unless otherwise posted.
- A permit gives you access to a parking zone, but it doesn’t guarantee a space. Parking is first come, first served.
Permit Details
Prior to selecting your permit type, carefully review all eligibility requirements, pricing, and details.
| Permit Type | Eligibility | Price Range (2025) | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accessible (ADA placard required) | Students & Employees | $160 – $234 | All ADA parking requires a valid ADA placard or place. Permits valid in ADA spaces within permit zones. No permit required in visitor/metered stalls. |
| Motorcycle | Students & Employees | $68 – $78 *Free with purchase of Reserve or Commuter permit. | Free with Commuter or Reserve permit. Must park in designated motorcycle areas. Not valid for standard vehicle stalls. |
| Commuter | Students & Employees | $160 – $234 | Ideal for daily drivers. Located on campus edges with shuttle access. Eligible for cross-parking. |
| Satellite | Students & Employees | $68 – $78 | Cost-effective option farther from campus core. Shuttle access available. |
| Garage | Students & Employees | $420 – $520 | Covered parking, limited availability |
| Resident | Resident Students | $400 – $1,014 | Overnight parking near residence halls. Includes garage/tandem options in some areas. |
| Reserve | Students & Employees | $412 – $520 | Premium parking near buildings. Not available for student purchase in Central Reserve areas. |
| Special Permits | Varies | Varies | Includes: AM/PM permits, scratch-offs, vendor/contractor, part-time employee, department & D3 permits. |
Prices and Timeline
Permits are available year-round (subject to availability). All annual permits are valid from the start of Fall semester through the end of Summer, unless otherwise stated.
Permit Prices
Students (2025 – 2026)
| Eligibility | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| All students | ADA Accessible (State-issued ADA plate or placard required) | $161.60 |
| All students | Lincoln Garage | $424.20 |
| All students | Brady Garage | $424.20 |
| All students | East Reserve | $416.12 |
| All students | West Reserve | $416.12 |
| All students | South Reserve | $416.12 |
| All students | Capitol Village Reserve | $416.12 |
| All students | Alumni and Friends Center Reserve | $416.12 |
| All students | Carpool | $315.12 |
| All students | East Commuter | $161.60 |
| All students | West Commuter | $161.60 |
| All students | South Commuter | $161.60 |
| All students | Children’s Center Commuter | $161.60 |
| All students | Yanke Lot | $161.60 |
| All students | Motorcycle | $68.68 |
| All students | AM Permit (Morning: 5am – 8am) | $52.52 |
| All students | PM Permit (Evening: 4pm – 12am) | $105.04 |
| All students | Satellite Zone (Off-Campus) | $68.68 |
| Resident Students | Resident Central | $606.00 |
| Resident Students | Resident West | $606.00 |
| Resident Students | Resident South | $606.00 |
| Resident Students | Resident East | $404.00 |
| Resident Students | Resident Osprey | $1,024.14 |
| Resident Students | Resident Osprey Tandem | $761.54 |
| Resident Graduate Students | Resident Graduate (Resident Graduate Student Only) | $606.00 |
| Resident Graduate Students | Resident Graduate – FALL | $303.00 |
| Resident Graduate Students | Resident Graduate – SPRING | $303.00 |
Employees (2025 – 2026)
| Eligibility | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| All Employees | ADA Accessible (State-issued ADA placard or plate required) | $236.34 |
| All Employees | Brady Garage | $525.20 |
| All Employees | Lincoln Garage | $525.20 |
| All Employees | University Plaza Broadway | $525.20 |
| All Employees | Central Reserve | $525.20 |
| All Employees | East Reserve | $498.94 |
| All Employees | West Reserve | $498.94 |
| All Employees | South Reserve | $498.94 |
| All Employees | Capitol Village Reserve | $498.94 |
| All Employees | Alumni and Friends Center Reserve | $498.94 |
| All Employees | East Commuter | $236.34 |
| All Employees | West Commuter | $236.34 |
| All Employees | South Commuter | $236.34 |
| All Employees | Children’s Center Commuter | $236.34 |
| All Employees | Yanke Lot | $236.34 |
| All Employees | Carpool | $315.12 |
| All Employees | Motorcycle | $78.78 |
| All Employees | AM Permit (Morning: 5am – 8am) | $52.52 |
| All Employees | PM Permit (Evening: 4pm – 12am) | $105.04 |
| Part-time Employees | PT Permit (Part-Time Employee) | $105.04 |
| All Employees | Satellite Zone (Off-Campus) | $78.78 |
| President’s Association Permit (PA) | $288.86 |
2024 – 2025
Annual Sales and Renewals
- Renewals: Begin the first week of July for current Commuter, Reserve, and Non-Resident Garage permit holders.
- General Sales: Open the first week of August for remaining permits, including Resident.
- Be sure to keep your email address up to date in your parking account to receive notifications.
Stay informed by checking the Parking and Permits homepage and keeping up with campus advisories.