New parking processes and technology have been integrated to help you navigate and plan your game day experience. Please keep in mind that on-campus tailgating reservations are required, and tailgaters cannot enter campus or set up tailgates until 6 hours before kickoff, even with a reservation.
Parking Rates
Event parking this season is $50/vehicle. A $0.50 transaction fee applies for mobile payments. USC Campus parking is now cashless.
Campus Parking Structures
Text2Park
USC Transportation now uses Text2Park technology, enabling guests to pay from the convenience of their car via their mobile device. The following structures support Text2Park and are available on a first-come, first-served basis:
- Downey Structure (green on map)
- McCarthy Structure (green on map)
- Jefferson Structure (green on map)
- Figueroa Structure (green on map)
- USC Shrine Structure (yellow on map)
- Grand Avenue (yellow on map)
Please note: The Downey, Jefferson, Figueroa, and McCarthy (in green on the map) structures are open to first-come, first-served sales; the Flower and Royal structures (in black on the map) are not available for daily sales this season.
Reserved Parking
On-Campus Reserved Parking
*requires a pre-paid online parking pass
- USC Shrine Structure (yellow on map)
- Grand Avenue Structure (yellow on map)
Off-Campus Reserved Parking
Please visit ParkWhiz for prepaid parking options in off-campus and Exposition Park lots.
How to Park on Campus (Text2Park Instructions)
All campus parking structures now feature Text2Park technology – all you need is your license plate, a mobile phone, and a credit card.
- Park in any unmarked space in a yellow or green structure indicated on the map below
- Find the location code near the elevator or stairwell
- Text the code to 25023
- Enter your license plate and payment details. These structures are patrolled using license plate recognition technology (LPR), so be sure to pay immediately and confirm your license plate information correctly, and pay as soon as you park your car to avoid a citation.
Game Day Parking Map
View the parking map for the 2025 football season
Important Reminders
- On campus tailgating reservations are required
- Tailgate setup begins no earlier than 6 hours before kickoff (even with a reservation)
- USC Campus parking is now completely cashless
- Monitor the USC Transportation News & Announcements page for the latest updates on parking availability and changes.
- Access to all museums in Exposition Park via the Figueroa Street entrance remains unrestricted during USC Football Game day egress. Patrons should park in the parking garage off 39th Street/Figueroa Street. For more information, please visit the Expo Park website.