Commuter Tips
- Parking is more difficult the first two weeks of a semester. Parking is strictly on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early, especially during the first two weeks of each semester.
- Park in a lot that generally has available spaces at the time you arrive.
- Parking lots close to classroom buildings are generally full between the hours of 9am and 2pm.
- Allow sufficient time to find a parking space and walk to your destination. See the Walking Guide.
- Read posted signs at all parking lots.
- Do not park in reserved spaces. You risk receiving an $80 fine and having your vehicle towed at your expense.
- Report non-working meters to Campus Parking Services at 815-753-1045.
- Keep your NIU parking map in your vehicle.
- Read the NIU parking regulations you received with your permit.
- Certain blue lots are open to yellow permit holders after 4PM . Check your map for these lots or call Campus Parking Services for assistance.
- Practice your driving route to campus.
- Determine alternate driving routes to campus in case of heavy traffic.