The USC University Park Campus is located between Jefferson Blvd. (to the North), Vermont Ave. (to the West), Figueroa St. (to the East) and Exposition Blvd. (to the South). It is easily accessible by freeways and the LA Metro train’s Expo Line, with stops at Exposition/Vermont, Expo Park/USC and Jefferson/USC.
By Car
Parking at the Galen Center
Parking at the USC Galen Center on Friday, January 10 is complimentary for students and their guests at the Figueroa Street Structure – 3533 South Flower Street, Los Angeles, CA 9007 (enter off Figueroa Street, North of Exposition Blvd). You must park before 10:00 a.m. to receive complimentary parking. Please note that you must receive a parking permit from the parking attendant at the entrance booth by telling them you are attending New Student Convocation or fill out your information via this parking registration link for a digital parking pass. Overnight parking is not permitted.
Here’s how to obtain a ONE-DAY Digital Parking Pass at USC:
- Registration Link/QR Code: Please register no earlier than 1-2 days prior to your event & click here: https://www.offstreet.io/location/IJPYLBIJ
- Vehicle License Plate: Your License plate is your permit. No paper pass needed.
- Enter Pass Code: DID208
- Parking Confirmation Receipt: Enter your e-mail for a receipt copy (optional). You are now all set to park!
There is no Convocation parking at the USC Village. The USC Village structure is for retail use only, and retail guests will be subject to current parking rates and fees.
By Rideshare Service
For your convenience and to streamline traffic flow during Convocation, designated pick-up and drop-off zones have been arranged for your preferred rideshare service, whether it’s Lyft, Uber or another provider. These zones are conveniently located throughout University Park Campus.
By Train
The Metro Expo Line is the best option to avoid traffic and congestion, and this is highly recommended. It will be running on its usual schedule and stops immediately south of campus at Exposition Blvd. and Trousdale.
For public transportation to USC, LA Metro will be running trains all day for Convocation attendees to use. Fares are sold on TAP cards, so you’ll need to buy them at ticket vending machines or from a Metro representative. For more help with planning your trip to USC via Metro, use the handy LA Metro trip planner.
Tip: Load your TAP card in advance to avoid waiting in line on the day of the event.
Off-Campus Transportation
Trams travel between campus and several satellite locations. Please note there is no scheduled tram service from any hotel in downtown Los Angeles. Please visit the USC Transportation website for the schedule.
Union Station
USC offers limited bus service between Union Station (Patsaouras Transit Plaza, Berth/Station #4) and campus (Jefferson Blvd. at Hoover St.). LA Metro will be running trains all day for Convocation attendees to use. Fares are sold on TAP cards, so you’ll need to buy them at ticket vending machines or from a Metro representative. For more help with planning your trip to USC via LA Metro, use the handy LA Metro trip planner.
Tip: Load your TAP card in advance to avoid waiting in line on the day of the event.