The main USC University Park Campus is located between Jefferson Boulevard (to the North), Vermont Avenue (to the West), Figueroa Street (to the East), and Exposition Boulevard (to the South). It is easily accessible by freeways and the Expo Line trains of LA Metro, with stops at Exposition Boulevard / Vermont, Expo Park / USC, and Jefferson / USC.
By Car
The nearest freeway access is via the 110 Harbor Freeway and the 10 Freeway.
Note: Parking is free for guests attending Commencement-related activities in all USC-owned structures (on both campuses) on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, May 8, 9, 10 and 11. Please note that you must receive a parking permit from the parking attendant at the entrance booth. Overnight parking is not permitted.
There is no Commencement 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.
Parking is extremely limited on campus and, due to the large crowds, tends to fill up quickly. Off campus structures are recommended. Rideshare or public transportation is highly encouraged.
For ceremonies on Wednesday, May 8, parking can be found at any available campus and campus adjacent parking structure.
For ceremonies on Thursday, May 9, and Friday, May 10, campus and campus adjacent parking options include Royal Street Parking Structure (ADA Accessible), Figueroa Street Structure, Flower Street Structure, and the USC Shrine Structure. The Grand Avenue Parking Structure (formerly UPX), on the corner of Jefferson Boulevard and Grand Avenue, is also recommended for all degree candidates, their families, and guests. Parking at the Coliseum will be complimentary for those attending ceremonies on Friday, May 10. The McCarthy parking structure will be closed to all inbound vehicular traffic.
For those attending the Trojan Family Graduate Celebration at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Thursday, campus and campus adjacent parking structures are complimentary. Coliseum parking on May 9 will be available at a rate of $25.
For ceremonies on Saturday, May 11, parking can be found at any available structure. The Figueroa Street structure and the USC Shrine structure are suggested. The McCarthy parking structure will be closed to all inbound vehicular traffic.
USC Transportation will direct you to the next gate or to the off-campus facilities if the structures are full.
By Rideshare Service
For your convenience and to streamline traffic flow during Commencement, 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 the University Park campus.
To help you plan your commute, we encourage you to review the pick-up/drop-off zones in the map above. The map outlines the designated rideshare zones around campus, providing a clear overview of the areas allocated for rideshare services during Commencement. This ensures a smooth and hassle-free experience for all attendees, leaving you well-prepared for the event.
By Train
The Metro Expo Line is the best option to avoid traffic and congestion, and highly recommended. It will be running on its usual schedule and stops immediately south of campus at Exposition Boulevard and Trousdale.
For public transportation to USC, LA Metro will be running trains all day for Commencement 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 site for the schedule.
Grand Avenue Parking Structure
The Grand Avenue Parking Structure (formerly UPX), just east of campus at the corner of Jefferson Boulevard and Grand Avenue, has trams running back and forth to campus every 10 to 20 minutes.
Union Station
USC offers limited bus service between Union Station (Patsaouras Transit Plaza, Berth/Station #4) and campus (Jefferson Boulevard at Hoover Street). LA Metro will be running trains all day for Commencement 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.
Health Sciences Campus
Trams travel between the University Park Campus (Jefferson Boulevard at Hoover Street), and the HSC (Eastlake on the corner of San Pablo).