The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) U-Pass program offers eligible university students unlimited riding privileges on Metrobus and Metrorail at a substantially discounted price. At approximately $1 per day, Metro's U-Pass offers an affordable transportation option for students to travel throughout the region for classes, internships, jobs and other activities.
Eligibility
Students enrolled in a full-time academic program based in Washington, D.C are eligible for a U-Pass. Eligibility is determined by a student’s academic program of enrollment, not the number, modality, or location of courses taken during a given academic term. Students enrolled in part-time, online, and/or Baltimore-based academic programs are not eligible for the U-Pass, regardless of course load or enrollment in courses offered in Washington, D.C.
For eligible academic programs, the U-Pass is a required program cost and is not available on an opt-in or opt-out basis.
Pick-Up Instructions
Eligible students will receive their U-Pass card at MS Orientation. Starting September 7th, students should visit HBC 278 to get their cards.
Policies
- Replacements: If you have lost your U-PASS card, students can replace their cards once for a $20 fee. To replace your U-PASS card, please visit the front desk in HBC 278 for assistance.
- The pass is valid for the registered user only. You cannot lend or transfer your U-Pass to another person.
- Students cannot opt out of the U-Pass program.
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Quick Facts
- The goal of the program is to save you money on Metro, avoid the hassles of driving, and help us take cars off the road for a cleaner environment.
- The pass is good for any type of trip: to school, work, internships, recreational events, and personal trips.
- The pass does not cover parking fees at Metro stations. U-Pass holders must use a separate SmarTrip card and pay the “Non-Rider” parking fees at Metro Stations.
- If you are a returning student, your card from the previous year has been deactivated permanently, and you will have to pick up a new card.