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Parking and Transportation

How do I get around Milwaukee?

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, International Students, Parking and Transportation

Google Maps is a great way to get directions for walking, biking, driving and public transit! Bublr Bikes at UWM Rent a bike to ride around the city! Milwaukee County Transit System Ride any MCTS bus free with your M-Card… Read More

On-Campus Parking

January 6, 2021Frequently Asked Questions, Parking and Transportation

Information about how to purchase permits online and which permits include overnight parking is listed on the transportation services rates page.

Off-Campus Parking Spots for Rent

January 6, 2021Frequently Asked Questions, Listing Service, Parking and Transportation

You can use the Off-Campus Resource Center’s Listing Service to find paid parking spots around campus advertised by landlords.

Bublr Bikes

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, International Students, Parking and Transportation

There are a large number of Bublr Bikes stations on campus and around Milwaukee. UWM students may purchase a Bublr permit for $20.00 annually. You may also choose to bring your own bike to campus. In this case, make sure… Read More

Prowl Line

January 6, 2021Frequently Asked Questions, International Students, Parking and Transportation

The Prowl Line is an alternative to the city bus system that provides services from UPASS Lots and residence halls to campus. The Prowl Line is accessible to all UWM students. Find more information on the Prowl Line here.

B.O.S.S.

January 6, 2021Frequently Asked Questions, International Students, Parking and Transportation, Safety

BOSS is a safe ride service available to UWM students, operating every day between the hours of 6:00 PM and 2:00 AM during the traditional academic calendar. More information on BOSS can be found on the Transportation Services Website.

Milwaukee County Transit System

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, International Students, Parking and Transportation

All UWM students will receive a free U-PASS MCard that can be used to ride the City of Milwaukee buses free of charge, during their time as a student. The city buses are a great and easy way to get… Read More

Night Parking

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Parking and Transportation

There is no parking on city streets between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday unless a vehicle has an Overnight Parking Permit  or Temporary Night Parking Permission. Night parking permits cost $55 annually or $20 for a 4-month period… Read More

Daytime Parking

January 6, 2021City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Parking and Transportation

Parking on the streets of Milwaukee can be difficult at times and often requires a residential parking permit in the areas near UWM. In order to obtain a residential parking permit, you must have a valid Wisconsin license with an address… Read More

What if I need parking and it is not available?

June 25, 2020City of Milwaukee Information, Frequently Asked Questions, Parking and Transportation

If you are in need of a parking spot, you can use the  NHO website  and search under the “Parking”  listing section.  Landlords with spare parking spaces will post here.  Generally, these spots run for about $25-75 per month. Another… Read More

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