Here are your options for driving or taking mass transit to Rutgers University–Newark.
In This Section
Summer 2025 Parking Permit Information.
Students can register their vehicle under the Parking E-Permit System. Parking permissions are tracked based on license plates. Below is information to help students who are enrolled at Rutgers-Newark. All Rutgers University students can learn detailed information by visiting Rutgers University Department of Parking & Transportation Services.
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Price (After Tax) |
Parking Locations (Monday-Friday 6:00am - 2:00am | For Commuter Permits - No Overnight) | Additional Parking Locations (Monday-Friday 3:30pm - Midnight | For Commuter Permits - No Overnight) | Saturday & Sunday 6:00am - 2:00am | For Commuter Permits (No Overnight) | Commuter Permit Overnight Parking from Monday-Friday 6:00pm-8:00am (next day) | |
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| Newark Commuter Economy | $90.00 | Deck 3 | Norfolk Deck (P1) | Eagle East Lot 509A | Essex Lot 506 | Norfolk Deck (P1) | 110 Warren Street Lot 508 | |
| Newark Commuter Premium | $312.00 |
Deck 1 | Deck 2 | Eagle East Lot 509A | Eagle West Lot 509B | Essex Lot 506 |
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| Newark Campus Resident Permit | $575.00 | ||||
| Newark Off-Campus Living Permits | $575.00 |
Register a New Vehicle or License Plate
STUDENT PARKING LOCATIONS
Note: You must have a valid parking permit to be able to park in these lots.
| Location | Street Address | Map URL |
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| 110 Warren Street Lot |
Next to 110 Warren Street | Map URL |
| Deck 1 | 200 University Avenue | Map URL |
| Deck 2 | 166 Washington Street | Map URL |
| Deck 3 | 180 Washington Street | Map URL |
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Eagle East Lot 509A |
Corner of [East Side] Eagle Street and Orange Street (closest lot to the business school) | Map URL |
| Eagle West Lot 509B | 10 Burnett Street (Corner Orange St.) | Map URL |
| Essex Lot 506 |
Essex Street (Behind 1WP building) | Map URL |
| Norfolk Deck (P1) | 255 Norfolk Street | Map URL |
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Parking in New Brunswick & Camden |
Information can be found on the Parking & Transportation Services page by clicking on the blue buttons under the Newark Students area. |
RBHS Parking
For any questions or concerns visit Parking& Transportation Services or email dotshelp@rutgers.edu
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Need Help with Parking & Information
For all DOTS related information, please visit the Department of Parking & Transportations services by visiting DOTSHelp.rutgers.edu.
Mass Transportation
We encourage the use of mass transit, especially since Rutgers University–Newark is only a few blocks from Newark Penn Station. You can also commute to campus via bus and light rail.
NJ Transit Resources
NJ Transit 25% Student Discount Pass
- NJT Trip Planner
- Download NJ Transit Mobile App
- Available to full-time and part-time students
- For more on NJ Transit services, please visit the NJ Transit Student Pass website
New Access Link App!
NJ Transit's ADA paratransit program known as Access Link was established to provide public transportation to people with disabilities who are unable to use the local bus service according to the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). You may ride with Access Link or any other NJ TRANSIT mode for some or all of your transportation needs.
Click here for more details and to download Access Link App
PATH (Port Authority of NY & NJ) Resources
- PATH SmartLink Card (register/purchase/add trips here)
- PATH MetroCard
- NEW - PATH Trip Planner
- PATH FAQs
- For more on PATH services, please visit their website
Meter Parking
ParkMobile is a payment system for on-street meters in most areas in Newark. This system allows users to pay for their metered parking from their cell phone or smartphone via the mobile app.
Download ParkMobile for the City of Newark
Student Commuter Reward Program
The Student Commuter Rewards Program is a green initiative that promotes Rutgers University–Newark and Camden students to using mass transportation to get to and from classes. By submitting monthly transit receipts, students can receive up to $50 in gift card rewards monthly at kite+key, Rutgers Tech Store or Barnes & Noble (Newark only). The program is an alternative solution to the limited amount of parking available on the Rutgers–Camden, and Newark campuses.
More on Commuter Reward Program
You may receive citations for parking in non-approved locations. The new virtual parking pass system is paperless; communications about parking violations will now be sent via email.
Have more questions about the new parking e-permit system?
Will I get a hangtag or sticker?
Can I add multiple vehicles to my parking permission?
I just purchased a new vehicle with temporary tags. Do I need to register it?
I see a lot of reserved spaces available, am I able to park there?
I received an e-citation and I do not believe I deserved it. How can I dispute it?
I have a rental vehicle for the week, what do I do about parking?
Do I need to purchase permission to park if I only plan to park on campus at night and on the weekends?
Can I pay for my parking permission with financial aid?
Can you add my parking to my term bill?
I am living off campus, but do not have a place to park my vehicle. Am I eligible for a resident parking permission?
I paid my e-citation online. When will the hold be removed from my account?
I am a student bringing my vehicle on campus only for a day or a few days. Can I purchase daily parking permission?
How can I purchase parking permission for my guest who is visiting me?
Key Contacts
Department of Transportation Services
Department of Transportation Services
Contact the Parking Office by submitting an issue via http://dotshelp.rutgers.edu/
The Parking Office will need approximately 5-7 business days to provide an answer or resolution.