Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide a safe, well-maintained parking infrastructure ensuring equitable parking for the PVAMU community.

RV Registration available September 1st at 6:00am

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Quick Tips

*Students must register for their parking permits by the 5th day of classes each semester. Residential student gate access card is not a parking permit.

*Faculty/Staff must register for their parking permits by August 31st each school year.

*Overflow parking for both Faculty/Staff and Commuter/Resident Student Parkers will be Lot 95.

*Permit Holders can park at the MSC for up to 1 hour daily except for during special events.

*The Parking Portal on the Parking Management website is the official Parking Account. Treasury Services serves as the backup account.

*Once you have completed the online registration process and your vehicle is registered, you will be assigned a virtual permit which will be recognized by your vehicle license plate.

*Please make sure that you do not enter any spaces, dashes or other punctuation marks when entering your license plate information.

*Temporary Plates must be updated immediately in the system before parking on campus. Rental/Temporary Vehicles must be added to the account prior to parking on campus.

*Panther Plaza parking is for those conducting business at Panther Plaza only.

RV/Tailgating Parking

The close configuration of RV Lots requires that our guests be good neighbors and conduct themselves in a manner that provides for the comfort and enjoyment of all. Persons to whom permits are issued, bearers and their guests are expected to be familiar with and abide by the RV rules published on Parking Services’ website. RV permits are intended for use by the permit holder. Rules will be evaluated, reviewed and updated annually to promote an enjoyable experience.

  1. No commercial use of RV permits is allowed. Permits may be sold for face value to individuals only and may not be included in a package deal representing any commercial entity.
  2. For regular-season home games, Lot 95 will feature a mixture of RV and vehicle parking.
  3. Tailgating in a designated RV space that is not occupied by an RV is strictly prohibited.
  4. Party buses, trailers, vans, keg vans, , that do not meet the definition of a recreational vehicle are prohibited in RV Lots.
  5. Tent camping or camping in RV/tow vehicle space, pickup trucks or vehicles not designated as RVs by TXDOT is prohibited.
  6. Tents or canopies must be secured and may not utilize stakes that penetrate the ground more than 12 inches; in addition, tents greater than 400 square feet require a University permit in accordance with University Tents may not obstruct sidewalks, drive lanes or pedestrian walkways.
  7. Every lot has specific opening/operational times. Anyone arriving prior to the designated check-in time without making arrangements in advance with Parking Services will be required to pay a $75 early entry fee.
  8. RVs must be parked within the boundaries of the designated lot map and not encroach on neighboring RVs must be parked parallel to the painted parking lines to the left and right of the space as viewed from the drive lane.
  9. All sidewalks, drive lanes and fire lanes must be kept clear of all equipment and vehicles. Tailgating amenities including furniture, grills, generators, cords, satellite dishes, , must be confined to each allotted RV space and cannot be stretched across drive lanes.

  1. All RV Lot patrons must display the appropriate permit for access and parking, vehicles not displaying the appropriate permit will be towed at the owner’s expense. Do not attach permits until after you have checked in the the Parking Services lot attendant.
  2. Duplication of tow vehicle permits to allow more than one vehicle in the lot at a time is prohibited.
  3. Violation of tow vehicle regulations by the permit holder or their guest may result in the cancellation of the permit and removal from the lot.

  1. Unless the generator used is an inverter-type model it MUST have a noise abatement device so it is as minimally intrusive to your neighbors as possible. A generator which produces a noise level that exceeds 75 dB (measured from your neighbor’s space) is deemed too loud and disturbing to others. Owners will be required to make the generator conform to the approved decibel level, turn off the generator or leave the lot. (Note: Offenders will be given one warning with stipulations to comply with generator regulations.)
  2. Exhaust must be directed towards the rear of the RV.
  3. Special care should be taken when managing fuel and extension cords affiliated with generators.

  1. For their safety and the safety of others children must be supervised by parents or their representatives at all times. Please use extreme caution when driving into or leaving the parking lots. Moving vehicles and the continuous flow of traffic present various hazards that can cause bodily injury or harm to children at play in lots. Please be aware of the danger that exists.
  2. Please maintain a speed limit of 10 M.P.H. or less while driving through the parking lots.
  3. Do not remove or move barricades, barrels, or any other traffic control devices. All signs and instructions for lots must be obeyed.
  4. No excessively loud music or noise will be tolerated at any time. If loud music or noise becomes disturbing to others, you may be required to lower the music and/or noise level or cease it altogether. Live music is prohibited. Please be courteous to others.
  5. No pets, including Emotional Support Animals (Service Animals are exempt) are allowed in RV lots or tailgating sites.
  6. The sale of food and/or beverages or other commercial activities (including sales solicitation or advertising) are not permitted without the express written consent of Prairie View A&M University.
  7. Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View A&M Athletics, University Police Department and Parking Services Department reserve the right to refuse service to anyone at any time – inappropriate behavior may result in the permanent loss of all parking and tailgating privileges.

  1. Locate cookers so smoke does not intrude upon your neighbors’ space. Please pay particular attention to wind direction and neighbors’ open A grill or smoker which “smokes out” a neighbor is deemed a nuisance; owners will be asked to move the grill or smoker to another location or to extinguish it.
  2. All BBQ grills, smokers, and pits, propane or otherwise, must be attended to at all times.
  3. Hot coals must be doused and properly disposed of.
  4. Fires built on the ground are prohibited. Fires allowed in fire-proof containers only and must be attended.

  1. Dispose of all trash in trash receptacles or remove it. No disposal of grease, coals or hazardous materials onto the grounds or into storm drains.
  2. Do not allow fluids to run into another RV Control liquids or run off (air conditioners, swamp coolers, leaky ice chests, etc.) by using a bucket or re-routing appropriately. IF TRASH IS NOT PROPERLY DISPOSED OF, RV TAILGATE OWNER WILL BE SUBJECT TO A FINE THAT RANGES FROM $100-$250.

  1. The person(s) renting an RV space are responsible for the conduct of their guests.
  2. No parking accommodations are made for guests in an RV Guests to RV Lots must purchase parking spaces for vehicles in areas designated for public parking.

Permit Holder Check-In Requirement

The permit holder must be present at the time of RV check-in. If the individual checking in is not the person registered to the permit, they will not be allowed to check in.

RV Space Resale Policy

If we find that an individual is upselling their RV tailgating space, they will lose the privilege of reserving spaces in the future.

Homecoming October 25, 2025 vs. Lincoln University

  1. Only RV’s will be allowed to access and park in the RV Lots (Owner presence required upon delivery).
  2. RV Lots are for Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) recognized recreational vehicles Parking Services reserves the right to remove any vehicle that is not appropriate for the RV area. RV permits are for RVs only and may not be used for any other vehicles.
  3. No tow vehicles will be allowed to remain in the grass RV lot after delivery, under any circumstances, to include motorcycles.
  4. Vehicular traffic is discouraged in the paved RV lots.
  5. Vehicular use in the RV lots is SOLELY at the discretion of the parking attendant.
  6. Paved Parking Lot Space Dimensions in Lots 95 and 96 are as follows:
    • Lot 95 Powered spaces are 35′ x 18′
    • Lot 95 Non-Powered Spaces are 40′ x 18′
    • Lot 96 Non-Powered Interior Spaces are 40′ x 18′
    • Lot 96 Non-Powered Exterior Spaces are 36′ x 18′
  7. Grass parking lot spaces are *25’ x 45’*
  8. No tow vehicles are allowed in the grass RV The tow vehicle lot will be adjacent to the grass RV lot.
  9. RV Check-in is 8 am – 6 pm daily from Wednesday until Friday, NO EXCEPTIONS.
  10. *No RV’s will be allowed to enter after 6 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2025.
  11. Check out time is Noon on Sunday, October 26, 2025.

  1. Tents are allowed, however they may not exceed 400 sq. ft. (**anything larger will be subject to prior permitted approval**).
  2. The tent permit application must be submitted to the Fire Marshal (eabachtel@pvamu.edu). Please make sure to read the Tent Policy prior to opening the application.
  3. All tents larger than 400 ft. must have a submitted and approved permit prior to use. No Exceptions.
  4. Approved tents must occupy only one space except as authorized by the Fire (**No open-flame cooking and/or open-flame apparatuses allowed unless prior permitted approval has been obtained**). TENT APPROVAL ONLY APPROVES THE TENT BUT NOT THE SPACE.

Any tent or canopy that requires a permit under Prairie View A&M University policy shall not be erected without an approved permit issued by the Prairie View A&M University Police Department, Office of the Fire Marshal. Any initial tent permit application submitted to the Office of the Fire Marshal for approval must minimally include documentation of the flame resistance of the tent and/or canopy being erected. Any additional documentation requested by the Office of the Fire Marshal must be submitted no later than 7 days prior to the event.

Note: The only tents and/or canopies allowed in Tent City are from vendors, authorized by the University. Any non-vendor tents and/or canopies are prohibited. Any non-vendor tent/canopy permit applications received by the office of the Fire Marshal will be denied.

  1. Car/Truck parking will be available in various lots on-campus at a daily (Payment will only be accepted through the ParkMobile website)
  2. Homecoming Only: Off-Site parking will be available on game day at Waller ISD Stadium located at 20950 Field Store Rd. Waller, TX 77484.

A shuttle service will be offered from the off-site parking location to the Memorial Student Center (MSC) @PVAMU.

*PARKING VIOLATORS WILL BE TOWED AND FEES COULD BE IN EXCESS OF $300.00*

  1. Possession of weapons is discouraged in all tailgate Lots.
  2. No drugs allowed.
  3. No pets, including Emotional Support Animals (Service Animals are exempt).
  4. No ATV’s or Golf Carts– including motorcycles (only authorized motor vehicles on the roadways).
  5. No combustible materials in trash cans/dumpsters.
  6. No blocking of pathways/roadways.

*Strictly enforced
**Permits provided and approved through the UPD Fire Marshal’s Office

Prairie View A&M University is not responsible or liable for accidents, damage, loss or theft of materials/items/personal property occurring in the RV Lot.

***University Golf Carts and Emergency Vehicles in Permitted Areas Only

Dumping & Water Fill

We’re excited to announce that dumping and water service purchases will be open from October 14 – October 24, 2025!

Dumping Permit: $90
To purchase, simply scan the QR codes on the flyer or log in to the Parking Portal using the same account and email you used to purchase your RV space. Make sure to secure your service early to avoid delays once you arrive!

Purchase Dates: October 14–24, 2025
Service: Dumping & Water Fill for Homecoming 2025

*All visitors, students (commuter and residential), staff, faculty, vendors and contractors must have a valid parking permit while parked on the PVAMU campus. Visitors will need to locate a designated Visitor Space and pay via ParkMobile. Vendors and contractors must stop by the Information Center to obtain a vendor/contractor pass.

*Important Permit and Registration Updates

Register your vehicle here using the Prairie View A&M Students and Faculty/Staff login link. This is the official parking portal website where Students and Faculty/Staff must view their parking permits and citations.

A permit holder is allowed up to five vehicles on one permit, but only authorized one vehicle on campus at any time.

*Resident Students (Green Permitted Lots)

Resident parking is designed to help residents park closer to their dorm. These zones are controlled by a waitlist to ensure resident permit holders have a space at all times. Residential Zones are enforced 24/7 for the safety of residents and do not allow Commuter/Faculty/Staff/Visitors access at any time, even if the gates are open or the lot is ungated.

*Commuter (Orange Permitted Zones)

Commuter students are eligible to purchase commuter permits, but now a specific lot must be selected as individual lots are sold to capacity and will no longer have the ability to park in multiple lots.

Commuter students include any enrolled student who does not reside within university managed housing.

Evening commuter students must purchase a commuter permit.

*Faculty & Staff (Orange and Purple Permitted Zones)

Faculty and Staff have choices of Orange or Purple Permitted Zones parking. Parking will sell a limited number of parking permits per lot. Once a lot sells out, sales will close for that lot and the Faculty and Staff member will then have to choose either another Orange or Purple Permitted lot for parking. Red zones are controlled by a waitlist to ensure faculty and staff permit holders have a space at all times. Orange and Purple lot permit holders must park in their assigned parking lot. Parking in another lot will result in a citation. Overflow parking will be in Lot 95.

Parking options vary to accommodate all needs and budgets. Faculty and staff are eligible to use payroll deduction as a pre-tax deduction to pay off the full balance of their parking permit over the course of the academic year.

Faculty & Staff Restricted (Red Restricted Zones)

The Faculty & Staff Restricted lots are strictly controlled. Each Faculty & Staff member authorized in a Red Restricted lot will have a numbered parking space assigned to them. Faculty and staff are eligible to use payroll deduction as a pre-tax deduction to pay off the full balance of their parking permit over the course of the academic year. These zones are controlled by a waitlist to ensure restricted permit holders have a space at all times. Any unauthorized vehicle parked in a controlled Red Parking space, will be towed to lot 95 or off campus.

Contract Employees

Contract Employees are eligible for Faculty/Staff, Commuter and in some cases Restricted Zone parking.

Parking options vary to accommodate all needs and budgets.

Motorcycles

Motorcycles are a great way to navigate campus at PVAMU.

Faculty, staff, and students are eligible for motorcycle permits.

Disability Parking

Anyone parking on campus who has a valid state-issued disabled permit or license plate (including disabled veteran license plates) may park in any designated disabled parking space if available, with a valid disabled hangtag displayed. Hangtag must belong to the driver of the vehicle.

Rates

Student Permits:

Fall

$50.00

Spring

$50.00

Summer Term 1 or 2 (3-5 Weeks)

$25.00

Summer Term 1 & 2 (8-10 Weeks)

$50.00

Payment Methods:

Permit payments are applied to a student's fees or can be paid via debit/credit card upon purchase.

Faculty & Staff Permits:

Red Restricted Zone/Reserved Space

$261.00

Purple Zones (All)

$190.00

Orange Zone Open Lot Parking

$158.00

All spaces/lots are subject to availability on special event and game days.

Faculty/Staff ID cards are used for Reserved and Restricted zones.

Gate Card Replacement fee $35.00

Payment Methods:

Cash payments, accepted at the Cashiers' window located in W.R. Banks Building 1st Floor.

For payroll deduction and credit card payments, click here.

Visitors Permits:

Visitors will need to locate a designated Visitor Space and pay via ParkMobile.

Parking Services for Events

Visitor Parking per Guest $5

Attendant Fee $25 Hourly

Cart Fee $25 Hourly

Late Fee (Less Than 14 days' notice) $500

Barricade Fee (50 Minimum) $500

51-100 Barricades $1,000

101-150 Barricades $1,500

151-200 Barricades $2,000

Main Parking Office 936-261-1701

Information/Visitor's Center 936-261-1733

Parking Supervisor, Ms. Darby 936-261-1705

Parking Manager, Mrs. Clark 936-261-1713

Parking Department Email (Parking@pvamu.edu)

Customer Service Survey your input is appreciated.