Georgia Southern University strives to ensure a safe place for students, faculty and staff to learn, work and live. There are policies and regulations regarding parking on campus by which the members of the University are required to abide. Please review the following guidelines for the Georgia Southern Armstrong Campus.
- All persons operating a vehicle on University property shall be properly licensed, and the vehicle shall be properly insured.
- Pedestrians have the right of way on campus, except where traffic is regulated by traffic signals or police officers.
- The maximum speed on University streets is 20 MPH, and the maximum speed in University parking lots is 10 MPH. Vehicles may not operate at any speed that is excessive for conditions, such as weather, traffic congestion, and the presence of pedestrians.
- Operating a motor vehicle in any area other than a street or roadway intended for motor vehicles is prohibited.
- All accidents occurring on campus shall be reported to the University Police immediately.
- ID cards and operator licenses shall be presented when requested by University Police or University Officials.
- Excessive noise such as that created by musical instruments, stereos, loud speakers, faulty or loud mufflers, or squealing tires is prohibited.
- Operators who commit moving traffic violations may be cited with a University citation that carries a $50 fine, or they may be cited with a state citation that requires a court appearance in Recorder’s Court.
Faculty & Staff FAQs
When must I have my permit?
All vehicles parking on the Statesboro and Armstrong campuses must display a valid parking permit to avoid receiving a citation. Faculty, staff, and students must have an active permit before the first day of class.
How can I pay for my parking permit?
Faculty and staff may purchase permits in person at the Parking Office on either the Statesboro or Armstrong campus.
Credit/debit card only is accepted.
You may also choose payroll deduction:
- Complete the Payroll Deduction Form and email it to parking@georgiasouthern.edu.
- Cost per paycheck: $4.16 (bi-weekly), $8.33 (monthly), $10.00 (10-month employees).
- Temporary employees are not eligible for payroll deduction, but can pay $10.00/month or $1.00/day at the Parking Office.
- Once enrolled, you are not required to renew annually.
If I am an Armstrong faculty/staff member, can I park on the Statesboro Campus?
Yes. You may park in any faculty/staff-designated space. If you need access to a gated lot, visit the Statesboro Parking Office to receive a hang tag at no additional cost.
Can I still park on the Liberty Campus?
Yes. Anyone can park on the Liberty Campus for no additional cost.
If I am a Liberty Campus faculty/staff member, can I park on the Statesboro or Armstrong campuses?
Yes, but you must register your vehicle in person at the Parking Office on either the Statesboro or Armstrong campus before parking to avoid a citation. There is no cost for registration.
What no-cost parking lot options are available on the Armstrong Campus?
There is a free lot on campus where no permit is required. That parking lot is located on the corner of University Drive and Compass Point Drive. Faculty, staff and students may park here at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis.