Contact Us

Parking Services
815-753-1045
parking@niu.edu

Customer Support Hours

Monday-Friday
7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Parking Services

Welcome to campus! We’re dedicated to improving your parking experience with innovative technology and exceptional customer service, while prioritizing safety and maximizing resources.

When planning to park on campus, we encourage you to arrive early. While there is ample parking, there may not be a spot available close to your destination. Use our campus walking guide to determine how much extra time to give yourself.

Announcements and Updates

  • Annual and fall permits will be available for purchase beginning on July 15th.
  • Lot 26D is closed for regular vehicular traffic. Only university service vehicles will be permitted to utilize the parking lot. Individuals with state-issued disability-accessible placards and/or license plates will still be able to utilize the disability-accessible parking spaces in that lot.

AIMS Parking Portal

Use our online portal to buy a permit, pay a ticket and more.

Visitor Information

Plan your visit with campus and parking maps, visitor permit info, mobile pay and more.

Transportation Options

We encourage the use of transportation other than personal vehicles.