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College Shipping Tips &
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College Shipping 101:
Send Your Stuff to School the Smart Way
I want you to imagine two different pictures.
The first is of a happy family gathered around a table at a burger joint on campus. They’re laughing, crying, and celebrating this day that you’ve all worked so hard to make real.
The second is of you cursing silently while someone holds up the elevator on the fourth floor. Your mom looks worried as your dad struggles with the micro fridge. Tempers are short and by the time the last box is in your new room, it’s time for your parent to get back on the road.
Whether you’re a freshman heading off for the first time or a parent just trying to keep the day from falling apart, this is your guide to painting the first picture—and avoiding the second altogether. This is your guide to college shipping that actually works.
College Shipping 101: Send Your Stuff to School the Smart Way
Imagine two different pictures.
The first is of a happy family gathered around a table at a burger joint on campus. They’re laughing, crying, and celebrating this day that you’ve all worked so hard to make real.
The second is of you cursing silently while someone holds up the elevator on the fourth floor. Your mom looks worried as your dad struggles with the micro fridge. Tempers are short and by the time the last box is in your new room, it’s time for your parent to get back on the road.
Whether you’re a freshman heading off for the first time or a parent just trying to keep the day from falling apart, this is your guide to painting the first picture—and avoiding the second altogether. This is your guide to college shipping that actually works.
The Basics of Ship to College
What is College Shipping?
“College shipping” is just a fancy way of saying: sending your stuff to campus ahead of time. Instead of hauling everything in the back of your car, or shipping to the campus mailroom and hoping for the best, smart students (and even smarter parents) are using direct-to-dorm delivery services.
What Should You Ship?
Essentials worth shipping:
Bedding (comforter, pillows, twin XL sheets)
Storage bins
Towels & toiletries
Mini fridge
Microwave (if allowed)
Seasonal clothes
Dorm décor and lighting
What to skip or store:
Old textbooks you’ll never open
Winter gear (wait ‘til October)
Full kitchen setups (you’re not opening a café)
Your entire personality in cardboard boxes
College Shipping Options (And Why They🤬)
Option 1:
Campus Mailroom
Risky for large items
Often delayed or misplaced
Long lines, package limits
Option 2:
Online Retailers
Convenient, but uncoordinated
Items easily get “lost” on campus
Inconsistent delivery times
Option 3:
The Competition
Hidden fees (insurance, box size)
No shipping partnership
Delivery sites can vary
Room Direct: The Ultimate Ship to College Experience
Why Room Direct
Ship everything to one location
We deliver it directly to your dorm room
Free packing kits, tracking, insurance
You show up and your room is ready
No mailroom. No chaos. No lost packages. Just move in and chill.
How to Use Room Direct
Sign up online
Get your free packing kit (or ship directly from retailers)
Label boxes with your info
We hold your items safely
We deliver to your dorm on move-in day
Easy. Reliable. Stress-free.
Questions? We have Answers...
Can I ship from Amazon/Target/etc.?
Yes. Just send to our Room Direct address and we’ll handle the rest.
What if I don’t know my exact dorm yet?
You can update your info later. We work with your campus schedule.
Is insurance included?
Yes — our service includes tracking and limited liability coverage.
Do I have to carry anything?
Only your phone. Maybe a coffee. We’ve got the rest.
The Basics of
Ship to College
What is College Shipping?
“College shipping” is just a fancy way of saying: sending your stuff to campus ahead of time. Instead of hauling everything in the back of your car, or shipping to the campus mailroom and hoping for the best, smart students (and even smarter parents) are using direct-to-dorm delivery services.
What Should You Ship?
Essentials worth shipping:
Bedding (comforter, pillows, twin XL sheets)
Storage bins
Towels & toiletries
Mini fridge
Microwave (if allowed)
Seasonal clothes
Dorm décor and lighting
What to skip or store:
Old textbooks you’ll never open
Winter gear (wait ‘til October)
Full kitchen setups (you’re not opening a café)
Your entire personality in cardboard boxes
College Shipping Options (And Why They🤬)
Option 1:
Campus Mailroom
Risky for large items
Often delayed or misplaced
Long lines, package limits
Option 2:
Online Retailers
Convenient, but uncoordinated
Items easily get “lost” on campus
Inconsistent delivery times
Option 3:
The Competition
Hidden fees (insurance, box size)
No shipping partnership
Delivery sites can vary
Room Direct: The Ultimate Ship to College Experience
Why Room Direct
Ship everything to one location
We deliver it directly to your dorm room
Free packing kits, tracking, insurance
You show up and your room is ready
No mailroom. No chaos. No lost packages. Just move in and chill.
How to Use Room Direct
Sign up online
Get your free packing kit (or ship directly from retailers)
Label boxes with your info
We hold your items safely
We deliver to your dorm on move-in day
Easy. Reliable. Stress-free.
Questions? We have Answers...
Can I ship from Amazon/Target/etc.?
Yes. Just send to our Room Direct address and we’ll handle the rest.
What if I don’t know my exact dorm yet?
You can update your info later. We work with your campus schedule.
Is insurance included?
Yes — our service includes tracking and limited liability coverage.
Do I have to carry anything?
Only your phone. Maybe a coffee. We’ve got the rest.
College Shipping Doesn't Have
to be Complicated or Expensive
Room Direct helps students skip the lines, avoid lost boxes, and walk into a ready-to-live dorm room.
🎓 Ship smarter. Move in easier. Start college right.
👉 Learn just how easy college shipping can be with Room Direct.
Trusted by Universities nationwide— simplify college move-in with the best ship to school service.
