Welcome to MCAD!
Parking
Navigating your way around our campus can be daunting. To make your parking experience as smooth as possible, whether you’re coming to campus as a student, employee or visitor, we have developed a number of tools to help make your visit seamless. We are available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., to assist any students, guests, faculty or staff with parking information, questions or challenges. After 3:30 p.m., basic parking and emergency services can still be rendered through our 24-hour Campus Safety Office at 612-874-3555.
Where to Park On Campus (Campus and Parking Map):
There are unrestricted parking spots on the streets surrounding the campus. The MCAD parking lot (Lot C) is located at 2572 2nd Ave S, the intersection of 26th Street East and Second Avenue South. There is no overnight parking for residential students on campus. The exception to this is The Hive Dorm which currently has purchase options for garage and surface spaces. Month-to-month parking contracts are available to any student or staff at the Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) ramp at 2400 3rd Ave S. For rates and information, check out the Mia parking site.
- Lot A- Main-entrance Parking
- Lot B - Restricted/Assigned Parking
- Lot C - Hourly Parking
- Lots D and E – Restricted/Assigned Parking.
- The Hive Indoor and Surface – Restricted/Assigned Parking
Parking Rates for Lot C:
$0.25 per hour for MCAD Commuters with ID (when signed up for the subscription)
$6 flat rate for Guest and General Public.
*MCAD is required by the City of Minneapolis to charge for parking. The College reserves the right to alter the parking rates at any time and without notice.
Transportation
Minneapolis is known for its excellent public transportation, and members of the MCAD community take advantage of it daily. Rated as one of the bike-friendliest cities in the country, those without cars have no problems getting around thanks to numerous safe, affordable, and green-minded options. And in case you were wondering, biking trails are always plowed within twenty-four hours of snowfall so it is possible to bike year-round.
Bicycle Registration Information
Campus Safety encourages your participation in a free bicycle registration program designed to reduce criminal opportunity on campus. Having a serial number on file facilitates the identification of a bike's rightful owner. If your bike is stolen and you can't identify it, you will have little chance of recovering it even if the thief is caught. Complete this registration form to register your bike. You can also register your bike with the City of Minneapolis at: http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/bicycles/ga/WCMS1P-135608
Bus and Light Rail
Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, offering an integrated network of 130 bus routes, 2 light rail lines, and a 40-mile commuter train, as well as resources for those who carpool, walk, and bike. Discounted MetroTransit Passes—good for unlimited bus and light rail rides during the semester—are available starting the week before each semester. Stop by the Art Cellar or call 612.874.3775 to purchase a pass.
Bike and Scooter Share
Through the equitable distribution of shared electric bicycles and scooters, Lime aims to reduce dependence on automobiles for short distance transportation, leaving a cleaner, healthier planet.
Car Share
MCAD is a hub for HOURCAR, a non-profit car company for hourly rentals. Available cars can be found on the alley side of the 2537 Apartment Building and checked out by members on a scheduled basis.
Personal Safety Tips:
- Lock all vehicle doors and close all windows tightly.
- Do not leave valuable items in the vehicle, especially in plain sight.
- Park in a well-traveled, well-lit area.
- Do not leave your vehicle on city streets in one spot for several days without checking on it.
- Report crimes or suspicious individuals to Campus Safety.
- Report ice or maintenance problems to the Facilities Office or Campus Safety.
- Notify Campus Safety when your vehicle becomes disabled and it will need to stay in any MCAD parking area overnight.
- Drive slowly through the parking lot and side streets, and watch for children!
- Look under, around and in the backseat of your vehicle as you approach it.
- Don’t walk alone at night. Call or text Campus Safety 612- 874-3801 for an escort.
- Don’t walk with headphones covering your ears! You can’t hear individuals approaching you.
- Always lock your bike. Any lock is better than nothing, but a U-Lock is the recommended type to use.
- Bring an inexpensive bike to campus.
- If you have quick-release hubs, don't forget to lock your wheels and seatpost.
- Write down your bike's serial number for matching in case of theft.
- Alert the Campus Safety of suspicious activity.
Paying For Parking
Instructions for MCAD ID PARKING PAYMENT
Policies and Procedures