About this Location

Facility Overview

The Lower John Jay Lot is a dedicated open-air surface parking facility situated on the picturesque campus of Robert Morris University (RMU) in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. Serving students, faculty, staff, and visitors, this asphalt lot sits on the campus perimeter immediately adjacent to the John Jay Center—RMU’s hub for the School of Engineering, Mathematics and Science. Because the lot is an outdoor, open-sky parking area without overhead decks or restrictive ceiling barriers, it offers unrestricted vertical clearance. This makes it an ideal parking option for standard sedans, compact cars, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and high-roof utility vans that may not easily fit into conventional parking garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located on the collegiate grounds of Robert Morris University, the Lower John Jay Lot offers unmatched pedestrian convenience to core academic, athletic, and administrative facilities:

John Jay Center: Located just a 1 to 2-minute walk away, providing direct access to engineering laboratories, math classrooms, and faculty offices.
Nicholson Center & Campus Bookstore: Approximately a 3 to 5-minute walk, housing student dining options, lounges, and campus retail.
Patrick Henry Center: A quick 4-minute walk across campus grounds.
UPMC Events Center & Peoples Court: Located roughly an 8 to 10-minute walk (or 2-minute drive), serving as the university’s premier venue for NCAA Division I basketball, volleyball, major concerts, and regional conferences.
Joe Walton Stadium: A 7 to 9-minute stroll, home to RMU Colonials football and lacrosse.
Moon Township Commercial Corridor & University Boulevard: A 3-minute drive connects drivers to local dining staples, coffee shops, and shopping centers along Route 51.
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): Located only 10 to 12 minutes away by car, making the area a strategic educational and business nexus in Pittsburgh’s western suburbs.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The Lower John Jay Lot is easily accessible via the internal RMU campus loop connecting to University Boulevard (PA Route 51). Motorists approaching from the greater Pittsburgh metropolitan area can seamlessly access the campus via Interstate 376 (Exit 57 for Moon) or Route 51 North, avoiding heavy downtown congestion. The lot features wide, bi-directional driving lanes and designated turning aprons for smooth vehicle maneuvering and safe pedestrian crossings. Public transit commuters can utilize Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) bus routes connecting Moon Township and Pittsburgh, with dedicated on-campus stops within a short walking radius, supplemented by RMU campus shuttle services during active semesters.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous surface bays with clearly demarcated stall lines and unobstructed vertical clearance.
Campus Lighting & Security: Monitored by the Robert Morris University Police Department, with dedicated night lighting and nearby emergency call boxes.
ADA Accessibility: Level, paved terrain with designated accessible parking spaces and curb ramps leading toward primary building entrances.
Pedestrian Connectivity: Paved, lit footpaths connecting directly to academic halls and campus stairs.
Winter Weather Maintenance: Regular plowing, salting, and snow-clearing operations coordinated by campus facilities teams during winter months.

Ideal For

RMU Students & Faculty: Engineering, science, and math students attending lectures and lab sessions in the John Jay Center.
Campus Visitors & Guest Lecturers: Attendees visiting university departments, academic conferences, or university administration offices.
Athletics & Event Overflow: Eventgoers and spectators seeking secondary parking during high-draw athletic games or commencement ceremonies at the nearby UPMC Events Center.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Check Campus Permit Regulations: Robert Morris University requires valid parking permits for students and faculty during regular academic hours. Visitors should obtain a temporary guest permit or check university parking regulations with RMU Public Safety before parking.
Plan Ahead on Game Days: Campus traffic volumes increase significantly during home basketball games, football matchups, and concerts at the UPMC Events Center; allow extra time for parking and transit.
Navigate by Campus Signage: When entering from University Boulevard, follow directional road signs pointing toward the John Jay Center and Lower Campus lots to find the most direct entrance.