Physical Accessibility

Accessible Parking

Anyone who displays a valid, state-issued parking placard or license plate for individuals with a disability and a current university parking permit may park in designated accessible spaces. The individual who is the authorized user of the accessibility permit must be a driver or passenger of the vehicle. Visitors may use the ParkMobile app to purchase a university permit.

Individuals with a disability placard and or plate may park at a stand-alone meter for two time frames without cost if all designated accessible spaces are filled.

Shuttle Buses

The front seats of each campus shuttle bus are reserved for individuals with disabilities. Not all shuttle buses can accommodate wheelchair users; in the event that the regular assigned vehicle isn’t lift equipped, transportation can be arranged through the university’s paratransit service.

Paratransit Service

TU’s Paratransit Service provides transportation to students, faculty, staff and visitors with permanent or temporary disability needs. Paratransit vans are equipped with a wheelchair lift and will make pickups at any campus location that is accessible safely by vehicle. Paratransit service can be requested by calling 410-704- 7433 (RIDE).

Those who wish to use services routinely must be registered and approved to use paratransit services. Students can register through Accessibility and Disability Services. Faculty and staff can register by contacting the Office of Human Resources through ADARequest AT_TOWSON. Visitors who wish to use the service on an on-going basis should contact Parking and Transportation Services directly at UPARK AT_TOWSON to request an exception.

Paratransit services are not available when the university is closed or during certain hours at times when no shuttles are in operation. If there is an emergency or immediate need, please call TU Police at 410-704-4444 for assistance with transportation on campus. See the university’s Emergency Closing Information.

Sidewalks and Paths

Rapid elevation changes throughout campus can be challenging and should be considered when planning travel. In addition, buildings located outside of the campus core may not be on an interconnecting accessible walkway. Most campus and county sidewalks have curb cuts at road intersections but are not necessarily on accessible routes. 

Please see the Accessibility Guide for accessible paths and walkways, as well as disability parking and paratransit stops.

Refer to the Campus Map for updated building and construction information.