EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — As University of Texas at El Paso students prepare to return to class for the fall semester, some say they are already facing challenges with parking and financial aid.
Parking permits for the 2025–26 school year went on sale Aug. 12. Students told KTSM that permits for popular lots appeared to sell out quickly, and even with a permit, finding a space can still be a struggle.
Silver permits cost $300, Blue permits $225 and Remote Green permits $165 for the year, according to UTEP Parking and Transportation Services. Some students also said they have noticed costs increasing compared to past years…