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Mail FAQs

How should mail be addressed for on-campus residents?

A complete mailing address is required on all MAIL (letters, packages, and overnight deliveries) sent to residents. Please use the correct address format shown below.

Resident's Name

Hall Street Address, Room # / Apt. #

Chapel Hill, NC 27514

Can mail or packages be sent to my on-campus address before I move in?

No. Do not send mail or packages to your on-campus address before you move in.

If you have questions or concerns, please email [email protected] to discuss your options.

Are residents able to pick up mail or packages during August Move-In Week?

Yes! Typically, all three Package Centers re-open in August during Move-In Week with extended hours.

Check the Mail & Package Pickup page before having mail (letter mail, packages, and overnight deliveries) sent to campus.

Can mail or packages be sent to my on-campus address before I arrive in January?

Typically, all three packages re-open before classes start in January. You may send mail or packages to your on-campus address once all three Package Centers re-open.

Check the Mail & Package Pickup page before having mail (letter mail, packages, and overnight deliveries) sent to campus.

How can residents send mail from campus? 

All Package Centers accept stamped letter mail and pre-paid packages. There are also several US Postal Service collection boxes around campus where your mail can be dropped off.

There is a Postal Service store on the third floor of the Student Stores which sells postage and packing materials. They also accept outgoing mail.

When are the Package Centers normally open?

All main campus Package Centers operate Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 6:30 PM and Saturday, 11 AM – 4 PM.

The Package Centers are closed on University holidays. Hours and pickup location may vary during breaks. Always check your Housing Package Center email for the most up-to-date information.

Are the Package Centers open during break periods?

Typically, the Package Centers are open during break periods, but with reduced operations and special hours. Always check your Housing Package Center email for the most up-to-date information regarding pickup location and operating hours.

Visit Mail and Package Pickup for more details concerning operational changes during these break periods.

Is refrigeration available for medication?

Yes, package refrigeration is available for medication. Prior to shipping, please notify [email protected] to arrange for special handling.  

The University is not responsible for spoiled or ruined items.

I received a delivery notification from the carrier. Can I pick up my mail now?

No, residents will receive an email from Housing Package Centers ([email protected]) once their mail is ready for pickup. Mail and packages will be checked-in to the resident the same day they are delivered.

Note that the Package Centers receive a high volume of mail and packages daily. At the beginning of each semester, processing times may be longer due to even higher volume.

 

Can large items (futons, bikes, etc.) be shipped to on-campus residents?

Yes, but residents are responsible for transporting packages to their room. Carts are available for moving heavy, large, or multiple packages.

Which residence halls receive mail and packages at Hinton James Package Center (HJPC)?

Ehringhaus, Hinton James, Horton, Koury, Ram Village 5, and Taylor.

Which residence halls receive mail and packages at Morrison Package Center (MPC)?

Avery, Carmichael, Craige, Craige North, Hardin, Morrison, Parker, Ram Village 1, 2, and 3, and Teague.

Which residence halls receive mail and packages at Spencer Package Center (SPC)?

Alderman, Alexander, Cobb, Connor, Everett, Graham, Grimes, Joyner, Kenan, Lewis, Mangum, Manly, McClinton, McIver, Old East, Old West, Thomas Ruffin, Jr., Spencer, Stacy, and Winston.

Can residents have food and groceries delivered to the Package Centers? 

No, food (such as restaurant deliveries) or groceries ordered via InstaCart, Shipt, Amazon Fresh, Postmates, or other similar same-day delivery services are NOT accepted by the Package Centers or Community Office.

If using these services, residents MUST meet the driver outside their residence hall to accept their delivery.

I received mail, but I am no longer living on campus. What can I do?

To ensure you receive your mail after you check out, you must update your address directly with any person or company that routinely sends you mail. For instance, send a text or email to update friends and family about your new address. Log into your accounts online to update your mailing address. Here are some examples of the accounts we are referring to:

  • Pharmacies
  • Bank, Credit Card, Voter Registration
  • Amazon, Target, ASOS, Online Retailers
  • Monthly Subscriptions (Ipsy, Hello Fresh, Magazines)
  • ConnectCarolina

While you’re online, be sure to opt-out of paper statements.Signing up for online statements saves time, reduces waste, and eliminates unnecessary trips to the package center!

Can the package centers forward mail after I move off campus? 

Mail received after you check-out is returned to the sender.

Please be aware that the Post Office will not process mail forwarding requests for on-campus addresses. It is important that residents update their mailing address with people and companies who routinely send them important mail.

If you have questions or concerns about a specific piece of mail, please email [email protected] to discuss your options.

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