Parking and Transportation
Oakland Campus
Parking on Campus
Campus parking is designated by commuter, residential, guest, and faculty/staff access. All spaces, including reserved residential and administrative stalls, are indicated by signage and/or pavement markings. The Oakland campus also has two electronic vehicle charging stations. Download the Oakland campus map (PDF) for parking lot, accessible parking area, and EV charging station locations.
Parking permits are required for all residential and commuter students, as well as faculty/staff.
- Residential parking permits are limited and issued on a first come, first served basis. On-campus residents who do not obtain a residential permit are not allowed to have a personal vehicle on the Oakland campus.
- Commuter students are required to have a permit for their personal vehicle and may only park in the lots designated for commuters.
- All vehicles without a permit are subject to citation and/or towing after September 15, 2023.
- For all questions regarding parking permits, contact [email protected].
Off-Campus Safety Escort
The off campus shuttle runs daily on a fixed loop route, and is operated by a professional driving vendor (WeDriveU). The pick-up and drop-off location is located at the T intersection on the Oakland Campus. There are multiple stops along the route where passengers may access various amenities. Riders with valid Northeastern identification cards are welcome to utilize the shuttle.
The shuttle route and stops are updated on a regular basis. For the most up to date schedule and route, please download the Tripshot app and sign up using your Northeastern email address and “Mills College” as the service name.
Alameda County (AC) Transit EasyPass
Northeastern Oakland participates in AC Transit’s EasyPass program which enables students to travel around the East Bay and San Francisco. EasyPasses are distributed during fall and spring orientation. For transit schedules visit AC Transit’s Maps and Schedules page.