​Parking Operations is a self-sustaining operation that receives no funding from tuition or the State of Illinois. Revenue is generated from the fees collected through parking hang tag sales, parking violations, event parking, and meter/pay station receipts. All revenue is applied to the operation and maintenance of the parking infrastructure. Parking Operations is responsible for all matters related to parking, including parking hang tag fees, parking signs, and the enforcement of parking regulations.


Lot Availability Notice

Parking Lot E Closures During Staley Class Acts Performances

The UIS Performing Arts Center will host several Staley Class Acts performances throughout the 2026-27 academic year. To accommodate visiting school groups and event operations, Parking Lot E will be closed on days when Staley Class Acts performances are scheduled. The first closure will occur on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, for The Great Gatsby.

Faculty, staff and students who normally park in Lot E should plan to use alternate campus parking lots on performance days. Please allow additional time to reach your destination.

Additional Staley Class Acts performances are scheduled throughout the academic year. A complete performance schedule is available on the UIS Performing Arts Center Staley Class Acts website.

Parking Lot J Closure on Wednesday, November 4

On Wednesday, November 4, the UIS Office of Advancement will host the UIS Scholarship Luncheon in the Student Union.
As a result, Parking Lot J will be closed to campus parking from 6:00 a.m. until approximately 1:00 p.m.
Members of the campus community are encouraged to plan accordingly and utilize alternate parking areas authorized by their parking hang tag.

Parking Lot J Closed on Thursday, November 5

Parking Lot J will be closed on Thursday, November 5, to accommodate an event at the Student Union.

Members of the campus community are encouraged to plan accordingly and utilize alternate parking areas authorized by their parking hang tag.

Lot Closure for Library Commons Construction

Please note that due to construction projects, the listed parking lot is closed for the near future. Use our parking maps (links below) to find an alternative parking lot.

  • Lot A-North - closed until 2027 for the Library Commons construction

Lot D Renovation Complete

Parking Operations has completed more than $1 million in upgrades to Parking Lot D, including a new surface, improved traffic flow and accessibility, and upgraded LED lighting. These improvements bring Lot D in line with the standard of other premium campus parking lots and provide a safer, more convenient parking experience.

Lot D Now Available as a Standard Permit Lot

Following these improvements, Lot D is now classified as a Standard permit lot and is available for parking. Permit sales open Aug. 4 for the new academic year. Before selecting a permit type, we encourage you to review the UIS campus map and choose the lot that best aligns with your regular campus destination.



Hours of Operation

Please contact Parking Operations at (217) 206-8502 to schedule an appointment.

Contact Parking Operations

Office location: BSB 43

Phone: (217) 206-8502

Email: parking@uis.edu

News

Parking lot J near the Student Union
Nov 03, 2026
Parking Lot J Closure – Nov. 5
Parking Lot J will be closed on Thursday, November 5, to accommodate an event at the Student Union. Members of the campus community are encouraged to plan…
Parking lot J near the Student Union.
Nov 02, 2026
Parking Lot J Closure on Nov. 4
On Wednesday, November 4, the UIS Office of Advancement will host the UIS Scholarship Luncheon in the Student Union.As a result, Parking Lot J will be closed…
Parking Lot E sign with the parking lot visible in the background.
Oct 30, 2026
Parking Lot E closures during Staley Class Acts performances
The UIS Performing Arts Center will host several Staley Class Acts performances throughout the 2026-27 academic year. To accommodate visiting school groups…
parking map of UIS campus
Oct 26, 2026
Parking Lot B-West Closure for Trunk or Treat for Canned Goods Event
On Friday, October 30, a section of Parking Lot B-West will be closed to campus parking for the Trunk or Treat for Canned Goods event. Increased pedestrian…
Cars parked in front of the Student Union.
Sep 09, 2026
Parking regulation reminder
Dear Campus Community, UIS Parking Operations is reminding the campus community about parking regulations, including the proper use and display of parking…
Paved parking lot under clear blue sky, surrounded by trees, with orange construction cones.
Sep 04, 2026
Parking reminder: Lot D closed on weekends through Oct. 25
Greetings, Campus Community, Lot D will host Southern Illinois University Carbondale's Motorcycle Rider Program on weekends from July 10 through Oct.…
UIS Parking tags
Aug 03, 2026
Employee Parking Rates Increase
Dear UIS Community, For the upcoming 2026-27 academic year, employee parking rates will increase by $2.50 per month for Economy, Standard and PERKS…
Freshly paved parking lot with orange traffic barrels and trees in the background.
Jul 08, 2026
Lot D Upgrades - What's New
Lot D Has Been Upgraded — Here's What's New Parking Operations has completed more than $1 million in improvements to Parking Lot D, which is now available…
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