How Collegeboxes Helps Parents
Sending your child to college is exciting but overwhelming. With Collegeboxes, you can skip the stress of campus moving. Our expert student moving and storage services make dorm move-in and summer storage simple and hassle-free.
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The Collegeboxes Difference
A Division of U-Haul
As a proud part of the U-Haul family, we are a brand you can rely on. Our conveniently located storage facilities near campuses ensure your child has easy, year-round access to their belongings.
Service at 350+ Schools
Wherever your child is headed, there’s a strong likelihood we provide services at their school. Visit our Schools Served page to explore the options available at their campus.
Flexible Service Options
From college storage and shipping to full-service moving, we offer a range of services designed to simplify the process of moving your child to and from school.
A Trusted Name Since 1999
For over two decades, we’ve been making campus moves easier for college students. Whether your student needs shipping, storage, or both, we have the perfect solution to fit their needs.
Services We Provide
Ship to School
Ship to School is the most convenient way to move your student to school. Simply pack their belongings, ship them to us, and we’ll deliver them when they arrive at school.
Storage and Shipping
Simplify the move-out process with our Storage and Shipping service. Your student can ship items home and store what they don’t need until they return to campus. Customize the combination of shipping and storage to fit their needs.
Direct Shipping
For students who only need shipping, Direct Shipping is the perfect solution. Pack up, and FedEx will pick up the boxes from your home or campus mailroom and deliver them to the destination.
Tips for Moving Your Child to College
Plan how you’re going to get there.
Are you close enough to drive, or will you be flying? If you’re flying, remember that it can be costly to check heavy bags and luggage. Consider shipping your bulkier bags instead of checking them, as it saves you time and money. It will also make the trip less stressful and allow you to focus on spending valuable time with your student.
Remind your child to pack light.
A teenager will most likely want to pack their entire wardrobe. Help them prioritize the most important items so you don’t end up hauling more than you need to, especially if you’re paying to ship luggage or check bags. We recommend about 2-3 weeks’ worth of clothing. Include some formal wear in addition to casual and seasonal items.
You don’t need to move everything all at once.
Certain items can be purchased after your student arrives, which as a bonus may help you save money on moving costs. This also applies to packing; if your student forgot to bring a crucial item, it can always be shipped to their dorm room later using our Direct Shipping service, so there’s no need to worry.
Have a plan for move in day.
If you’ve been assigned a move-in time, be on time and prepared. Are there elevators, or only stairs? Will there be anyone to help, or are you on your own? These are some questions you might want to answer ahead of time. Remember to plan for a long day – bring some snacks, water, and cleaning supplies if you can.
