The information you include in this form will only be used by Transportation Services to determine your eligibility to apply for a base lot or UW Accessible parking permit.
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Eligibility requirements
You may be eligible for the Student Parking Program if you meet one or more of these criteria:
- Commuting students from outside Madison. This is defined as one mile beyond Madison Metro Transit’s service area.
- Working students who use their vehicle at least three times a week for employment off campus. A signed letter from the employer listing scheduled work hours is required.
- Students who need accessible parking accommodations, primarily as approved by the McBurney Disability Resource Center. Students who believe they are eligible under this qualification should submit a pre-approval application AND contact the McBurney Center about their application.
Which students should use this form?
- Undergraduate students who meet eligibility requirements for the Student Parking Program.
OR
- Graduate students without a UW or UW-affiliated employment appointment, or with an appointment classified as “student help.”
Which students should not use this form?
- Graduate or professional student with a current UW or UW-affiliated employment appointment, such as a fellowship or a teaching, research, or project assistantship. Go to the Permit Application System to apply for parking.
Before you apply, please note:
- Applications lacking the proper documentation or information will be denied.
- Getting approval to apply for parking is not a guarantee you will receive a permit.
Required information
You will need this information to submit the student parking pre-approval form:
- Student status
- Name and contact information
- NetID (e.g., bbadger)
- Campus ID (10-digit number on Wiscard)
- Permanent and/or temporary home address
If you are applying for the program due to off-campus employment, you will also need to upload an employment verification letter on business letterhead that includes:
- Work location
- General scheduling requirements
- Manager or supervisor contact information