Direct Shipping

When all you need is shipping, let the experts in moving college students provide an easy and affordable way to move to and from school! Our no-frills direct shipping gets your packages from point A to point B with no storage. You pack, FedEx picks up your boxes from your home or mailroom and ships to your destination.

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    FedEx Pickup

    (Does Not Include In Room Pickup)

    Collegeboxes will schedule a FedEx Ground pickup that is convenient for you. You can also drop off packages at your local FedEx office. If you are having packages picked up from a dorm or apartment, you may have to bring your packages to a central pickup location (campus mail room, apartment office, etc.). Check with your building management.

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    Live Tracking

    Monitor the status and location of your packages in real-time as they move through the shipping process.

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    Items Shipped to Destination

    Your packages will be shipped directly from the pickup address to the delivery address.

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    Documents

    To ship your packages overseas you will need a commercial invoice, usage letter and shipping labels. Collegeboxes will provide you with these documents along with tracking numbers so you can track your packages to their destination.

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    FedEx Pick Up

    Collegeboxes will schedule a FedEx Express pickup that is convenient for you. You can also drop off packages off at your local FedEx office.

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    Coverage

    Collegeboxes provides $100 of declared value coverage on each package you ship. You can purchase additional coverage; however, you will want to note that declaring a higher value on your items could increase the amount of duties and taxes that are due in the receiving country.

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    Knowledgeable Staff

    Our moving specialists are available to assist though the entire process. Contact us with any questions that you have.

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      Collegeboxes Supply Kit

      The Collegeboxes Signature Supply Kit ships to you and includes everything you need for only $39.99 (plus tax).

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    The Kit Includes:

    5 reusable double-walled boxes (24” x 16” x 18”)
    1 bonus box (36” x 24” x 7”)
    1 roll of U-Haul Packaging / Mailing Tape
    1 permanent marker
    5 zip ties
    10 FedEx label pouches

  • Additional Supplies:

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    U-Haul College Kit

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Direct Shipping Pricing

Average Shipping Costs

Starting at

In-State Shipments:

$45 – $60 / box

Regional Shipments:

$60 – $90 / box

Coast-to-Coast Shipments:

$75 – $100 / box

Cost can fluctuate based on various factors, including the destination, the dimensions, and weight of the items being shipped.

On average, a standard domestic shipment typically falls within the range of $40 to $100 per item.

Average Shipping Costs

Starting at

In-State Shipments:

$45 – $60 / box

Regional Shipments:

$60 – $90 / box

Coast-to-Coast Shipments:

$75 – $100 / box

Cost can fluctuate based on various factors, including the destination, the dimensions, and weight of the items being shipped.

On average, a standard domestic shipment typically falls within the range of $40 to $100 per item.

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Infographic explaining how 'Direct Shipping' works. Step 1 is to sign up and order supplies. Step 2 is to pack boxes and luggage. Step 3 is having FedEx pickup those boxes and luggage and shipping them to the destination.

Direct Shipping FAQs

Can my belongings be held/stored with Direct Shipping?

No. Direct Shipping Service does not include storage or temporary holding of your packages. Your packages will be shipped directly from the pickup address to the delivery address.

Can I ship items to a dorm or apartment?

Yes. If you are having your packages shipped to a dorm or apartment, you may have to pick up your packages at a central pickup location (campus mail room, apartment office, etc.).

Will FedEx pick up from my dorm room or apartment?

Check with your building management. If you are having packages picked up from a dorm or apartment, you may have to bring your packages to a central pickup location (campus mail room, apartment office, etc.).

What if I miss my pick up?

If you miss your pickup, you can reschedule for the following business day or you can choose to drop-off your packages at any FedEx location. Missed pickups cannot be rescheduled for same day, Saturdays, Sundays, or the Holidays.