Our goal is to ensure all patrons receive a fair opportunity to utilize the parking facilities available on campus.

Howard University offers a limited amount of parking on campus for students, faculty/staff, and visitors. Our goal is to ensure all patrons receive a fair opportunity to utilize the parking facilities available on campus. Keep in mind that limited parking means limited availability. If you did not receive parking for this year, you are not alone. The university strongly encourages visitors and employees to consider alternate forms of travel when accessing campus.

Campus Parking Lots

The Office of Parking & Transportation oversees most campus parking lots. Parking on Howard University's campus is by PERMIT ONLY. Vehicles parked without a valid permit are subject to ticketing, towing, and or immobilization (at owner’s expense).

Parking & Transportation Services
Mordecai Johnson Building (A-Bldg.)
2400 6th Street N.W., Suite B-11
Washington DC, 20059

Office: 202.806.2000
Parking@howard.edu

Parking Permit Fees

Permit Type Bi-Weekly Deductions Total Permit Fee
9-Month Faculty (Reserved) $98 $1,760.00
9-Month Faculty (Non-Reserved) $73.33 $1,320.00
12-Month Faculty/Staff (Reserved) $95.33 $2,288.00
12-Month Faculty/Staff (Non-Reserved) $71.50 $1,716.00
  • Faculty/Staff parking deductions are per pay period.

  • 9-Month Faculty have a total of 18 payroll deductions and permits expire May 31st each year.

  • 12-Month Faculty/Staff have a total of 24 payroll deductions and permits expire August 31st each year.

Visitor Parking

Visitor parking is available on the Howard Center Lot at a rate of $10/day and $200/month (Credit Card Only). The entrance to the Howard Center Lot is located on 8th St. NW.

To purchase a daily or monthly parking permit please visit RunParking

 

Student Parking

Parking Registration for students takes place during allotted days during the Spring and Fall Semesters. Students are encouraged to register for parking during the allotted period.

Student annual price of $680 includes Fall and Spring semesters. The total permit amount will be billed to the student’s tuition bill. Student permits expire May 31st each year.

Click here for details on Fall 2023 parking registration

Lots available for student parking registration:

  • Banneker South - (In front of East Towers Resident Hall)
  • East Towers - (Behind East Towers Resident Hall)
  • Howard Center – (Across from Barnes & Noble Bookstore)
  • Drew – (Behind Drew Resident Hall)
  • Students residing in the East and West Towers and Bethune Annex must contact their Resident Hall managers to receive underground parking at their residence halls.

Payment Method/Permit Price: 

The charge for the permit will be added to the Fall tuition bill. Please note, no payments are due at the time of registration.

Student permit distribution location:

Students can pick up their permits from the the first week of classes. Students must present the following when picking up their permit:

- Student ID
- Valid vehicle registration (copies are accepted)

 

Faculty & Staff

All employees are required to register for parking using the online portal. Employees must access their parking accounts to register, add, or make any changes.

Log-In to Parking Account

If you have issues accessing your Parking Account, contact parking@howard.edu.

 

Registration Instructions

Visit https://howard.t2hosted.com

Log-In:

Username for Students:  Your Student ID with the @ symbol (ex.@######

Username for Employees:  Your employee ID with leading 0's

Password: Your Student ID number with the @ symbol (Default)

*If you have previously set a password for your account use the password you created. Otherwise use the default password. If you do not remember your password: Call the Parking Office to have your password reset to the default setting. (Default is your student id number with the “@” symbol) If you have never registered for parking using this website: contact the Parking Office to have an account created for you.

Parking FAQs

How can I register for my parking permit?

Students can register for parking permits online at https://howard.t2hosted.com 

When can students register for parking?

Registration for students is offered twice a year. The first registration is held in April and the second registration is held in January, based on space availability.

What is the cost of a student permit?

Students pay a flat rate of $680 that includes Fall and Spring semesters.

As a student, how will I know when it’s time to register for parking?

The Parking Office will notify students via a HU Communication and the Parking & Transportation website.

As a student, am I required to pay for my parking permit during the registration process?

No. The charge for the permit is billed to the student’s tuition bill.

How can students with disabilities secure a handicap parking assignment?

Student with disabilities must contact Special Student Services at 202.238.2420  to be approve for disability parking.

I am a student. Do I have to buy a parking permit?

Students, expecting to park on a Howard campus must purchase a parking permit.

Where can students park?

  • Howard Center – 2235 8th St. NW
  • East Towers – 2200 8th St. NW (surface lot)
  • Drew – 511 Harvard St. NW
  • Banneker South – 2345 Sherman Ave. NW

How can I register for my parking permit?

Employees can register for parking permits online at https://howard.t2hosted.com.

Can a employees secure a parking assignment through the Parking Office?

All employees are required to register for their parking permit using the online portal, https://howard.t2hosted.com.

How can employees pay for their parking permit?

Employees pay for their parking permits through payroll deduction. Employees may pay the entire annual amount by check or credit/debit card.

Where can employees pick up their parking permit?

The 2023-2024 employee parking permit distribution period is August 16 through August 24 from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm and resume at 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Employees can park on the Childers lot during distribution on the main campus.

• Employees who work on the main campus and 801 North Capital will pick up their parking permits from the Blackburn Center from August 16 through August 18, 2023.

• Employees who work at the Law Campus will pick up their parking permits from August 22 through August 24, 2023.
 

I have a disability placard issued by the state, but I’m not registered for parking, can I park in a handicap parking space on the lot.

No. Parking spaces are only for students and employees that are registered for parking.

I requested a permit online, but never received it. What should I do?

Outside of the 2023-2024 employee parking permit distribution period, if an employee has not received their permit within two weeks they should contact the Parking and Transportation Office at parking@howard.edu.  

Can I submit an appeal form in person?

Yes, forms are available in the Office of Parking and Transportation; however, using the online portal will expedite the process.

Where can I submit a citation appeal and how long does it take to receive a response?

Appeals can be submitted online at: https://Howard.t2hosted.com. Appeals must be submitted within 15 days of receipt of the citation. 

How will I receive a response on my citation appeal?

An appeal decision letter will be sent to the email address listed on the appeal.

How many vehicles can I register?

Permit holders can register up to five (5) vehicles on their parking account. However, only one registered vehicle can be parked on a Howard University lot at any given time.

Can I purchase more than one parking permit?

No. Each employee is only allowed to register for one parking permit.

As a permit holder, am I allowed to park in the Pay-As-You-Go or visitor spaces?

No. Pay-As-You-Go and visitor spaces are for visitors only. 

How do I pay for a parking violation?

Only debit and credit cards are accepted. You can pay by the following means:

  • Online – Howard.t2hosted.com
  • In Person – 2400 6th Street, Suite B-11, Washington DC, 20059

I am a student and failed to pay a parking citation. What will happen?

Citations that are not paid within 30 days will be charged to your student account

I will be visiting the campus, where can I park?

The visitor’s Pay-As-You-Go parking lot is located at 2235 8th St N.W. Visitors may prepay by visiting https://tagbgroup.com

Where do I go to pay for a visitor permit?

Visitor’s permits can be purchased from the parking attendant at the parking lot located at 2235 8th Street NW.

How much is a visitor’s permit?

Visitors can purchase a daily permit for $10 and monthly permits for $180. 

What forms of payments are accepted at the visitor’s lot?

Credit/Debit Cards.

Can I purchase a daily or monthly parking permit from the Office of Parking and Transportation Services Office?

No. The Office of Parking and Transportation encourages the community to use the visitor’s parking lot. 

Can an employee purchase parking permits from the Parking Office for special events?

No. All special event attendees including employees should use the visitor’s parking lot.

What hours are parking lots and parking areas enforced?

Parking on campus is restricted to permit holders between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise posted.  Parking policies and procedures pertaining to these areas are strictly enforced year-round.

What do I do if my vehicle is towed?

If your vehicle has been towed, please contact the Office of Parking & Transportation at 202-806-2000.

What do I do if my vehicle is Barnacle?

If your vehicle has been immobilized using a Barnacle device, customers can pay the Barnacle fee and parking citations online at pay.barnacleparking.com or by phone at 202-545-6277.

I am an employee and forgot my parking permit. How do I get a temporary permit?

Temporary permits can be obtained from the Office of Parking & Transportation. 

Someone is coming to visit me on campus, do they need a parking pass?

Yes. Visitors can purchase parking permits from the visitor’s lot located at 2235 8th St. N. W. or prepay by visiting https://tagbgroup.com/

Is there an email address for the Office of Parking & Transportation Services?

The email address for Office of Parking and Transportation services is Parking@howard.edu

I want to purchase a visitors permit online. What is the website address?

The website address for visitor permits is https://tagbgroup.com/

What is the permit registration website address?

The website address is https://howard.t2hosted.com

Where is the Office of Parking & Transportation Services located?

Mordecai Johnson Building (A-Bldg.)
2400 6th Street N.W., Suite B-11
Washington DC, 20059