Parking on Campus
Campus Parking, Parking Permits and Maps
Where to park + how to get around
Emporia State University offers free parking for students, faculty, staff and visitors, with a few restrictions. These restrictions are enforced from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday when school is in session. The exception is select areas marked for 24-hour enforcement. View our parking map. All areas of open parking are shaded gray.
RESTRICTED PARKING
- Green lots near residence halls are available only for students who live in the halls and display a green parking permit.
- Gold spaces are available for specific faculty and staff with approval of the ESU president.
- Accessible: Available for those displaying an official disability permit in their vehicle.
- Dedicated Special Use: Around specific buildings such as Police + Safety, Memorial Union for Admissions visitors, Stormont Maintenance for pool cars.
- 30-minute parking: Near Plumb Hall and Memorial Union as well as near residence halls. Some are designated specifically for loading and unloading.
PARKING STICKERS
All students, faculty and staff who plan to park on campus are required to pick up FREE parking stickers at the Parking Department. Stickers are numbered and will be matched with drivers’ vehicle information. There are three categories of stickers:
- Students who live in residence halls will receive green stickers. During weekday business hours these students should be parked in lots near the halls that are designated for green. On nights, weekends and when classes are not in session, vehicles with green stickers may be parked in any open parking spaces.
- Students who live off-campus will receive white-and-black stickers. These vehicles may be parked in any open locations other than green, gold, service vehicle or accessible spaces.
- Faculty and staff will receive black-and-gold stickers. These vehicles may be parked in any open locations other than green, gold, service vehicle or accessible spaces.
These color-coded stickers will help us collect data and monitor it to evaluate the free parking program.
Contact
For questions or concerns for parking, please contact the parking department by phone at 620-341-6043.
Hours
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Police + Safety
ESU Police are fully commissioned officers responsible for protecting the safety of ESU students, faculty, staff and visitors.
PARKING + MAPS
View our parking and campus maps before you visit. We've got a parking space saved just for you!
Buildings + Locations
Discover buildings and locations across campus using our Virtual Campus Explorer.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- So, I can “park where I want”?
Parking is open across campus except for green, gold, ADA, loading zones and service vehicles. Signs will designate these areas. There is no designated faculty or staff parking.
- Will Police and Safety still ticket for violations?
Yes, violations such as parking in Gold, Service Vehicle or ADA areas without the correct permit will be enforced.
- What are the hours of enforcement for parking on campus?
Permit and open lots are enforced from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Gold, Special Use and loading / unloading areas are enforced 24/7.
- If I receive a parking citation, where do I pay it and how long before penalties?
Parking citations can either be paid in person at the Parking Office located in the Police and Safety building, online through Hornet 365 or payments may be mailed to Police & Safety, Box 4012, 1 Kellogg Circle, Emporia, KS 66801. A late fee will be assessed after 14 days from the citation issuance.
- What if I receive a parking citation that I feel is unjust?
You have 14 days to appeal it in person at the Parking Office.
- What if my vehicle has been immobilized?
Vehicles with three or more citations are subject to immobilization. Pay citations and fees at the Parking Office.
- Can I be escorted to my vehicle when it is dark outside?
Yes, ESU Police offer escort services on campus. Call 620-341-5337.
- Can I get help if I lock my keys in my car?
Yes, ESU Police offer lock-out assistance. Call 620-341-5337.
- Can I get help to jumpstart my car?
Yes, ESU Police will jumpstart your vehicle on campus. Call 620-341-5337.