For students at Boston University (BU), storage and shipping with Collegeboxes makes college moving simple. Whether you’re moving home for summer, moving back to school, or getting ready for a semester abroad, Collegeboxes has all the services you need.
Boston University (BU)
College Storage and Shipping Services
Storage and Shipping
Ideal for moving home for the summer or after any semester
Includes in-room pickup, storage, and/or shipping - any combination
We deliver to your dorm room when you return
How It Works
What’s Included
Free Pick up & Delivery Dates
Shipping Home
Declared Valuation Protection
Secure Climate-controlled Storage
Professional Movers
Online Account Management
*Special pickup/delivery fee is $475 and up. Or Self-drop off/pick up at our facility. Advanced scheduling is required.
Need a different date? Contact us for service options.
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Ship to School
Great for moving to school or transferring schools
Includes FedEx pickup, shipping, and temporary storage
Items are stored near campus until you arrive at school
How It Works
What’s Included
FedEx Pick Up at Your Address
Free Delivery Dates
Professional Movers
Online Account Management
Shipping to Our Facility
Secure Climate Controlled Storage
Declared Valuation Protection
*Special pickup/delivery fee is $475 and up. Or Self-drop off/pick up at our facility. Advanced scheduling is required.
Need a different date? Contact us for service options.
Learn More
Direct Shipping
Ideal when all you need is shipping
Great for students living off campus and in apartments
FedEx picks up and ships items home or to school
Does not include storage or in-room pickup
How It Works
What’s Included
Free FedEx Pickup at Your Address
Declared Valuation Protection
Shipping to Your Destination
Online Account Management
Learn More
Storage and Shipping
- Ideal for moving home for the summer or after any semester
- Includes in-room pickup, storage, and/or shipping - any combination
- We deliver to your dorm room when you return
How It Works
What’s Included
Free Pick up & Delivery Dates
Shipping Home
Declared Valuation Protection
Secure Climate-controlled Storage
Professional Movers
Online Account Management
*Special pickup/delivery fee is $475 and up. Or Self-drop off/pick up at our facility. Advanced scheduling is required.
Need a different date for pickup or delivery? Contact us for service options.
Ship to School
- Great for moving to school or transferring schools
- Includes FedEx pickup, shipping, and temporary storage
- Items are stored near campus until you arrive at school
How It Works
What’s Included
FedEx Pick Up at Your Address
Free Delivery Dates
Professional Movers
Online Account Management
Shipping to Our Facility
Secure Climate Controlled Storage
Declared Valuation Protection
*Special pickup/delivery fee is $475 and up. Or Self-drop off/pick up at our facility. Advanced scheduling is required.
Need a different date for pickup or delivery? Contact us for service options.
Direct Shipping
- Ideal when all you need is shipping
- Great for students living off campus and in apartments
- FedEx picks up and ships items home or to school
- Does not include storage or in-room pickup
How It Works
What’s Included
Free FedEx Pickup at Your Address
Declared Valuation Protection
Shipping to Your Destination
Online Account Management
Belongings Stored Locally Near Campus
U-Haul Moving & Storage of Route 16 Medford / Somerville
600 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Somerville, MA 02144
Boston University (BU) Student Storage FAQs
Where will you pick up my belongings?
At Boston University (BU) we will pick up your belongings right from your dorm room. You will need to be present or have a proxy available to give us access to your things.
Where are my belongings stored?
Your belongings are stored locally at U-Haul Moving & Storage of Route 16 Medford / Somerville, 600 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Somerville, MA 02144. The storage facility is located near the intersection of Mystic Valley Parkway and Boston Ave, close to the Dilboy Stadium. This central location is ideal for Boston University (BU) student storage.
How far the storage facility from U-Haul Moving & Storage of Route 16 Medford / Somerville?
U-Haul Moving & Storage of Route 16 Medford / Somerville in Somerville is just over 8 miles from Boston University (BU). To get there from campus, travel east on Storrow Dr, then Head Northwest on Interstate 93, Exit 22, continue on Mystic Valley Pkwy and you will find the storage facility on the left side of Mystic Valley Pkwy.
What types of services does Collegeboxes provide Boston University (BU)?
Collegeboxes offers summer Storage and Shipping, Ship To School, and Direct Shipping services to college students moving into Boston University (BU) campus.
Can I access my belongings while they’re in storage near Boston University (BU)?
Yes, you can access your belongings during normal business hours, but we require that you let us know three business days in advance so we can get your summer storage items prepared for pick up.
What are the storage facility’s business hours?
U-Haul Moving & Storage of Route 16 Medford / Somerville is open Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
What storage amenities are available at U-Haul Moving & Storage of Route 16 Medford / Somerville?
U-Haul Moving & Storage of Route 16 Medford / Somerville offers indoor climate-controlled units, and secure individually alarmed storage rooms. You can also purchase a wide variety of packing supplies here. Whether its boxes, packing tape, bubble cushion wrap or any other type of packing material, U-Haul has everything you need.
Collegeboxes Supply Kit
The Collegeboxes Signature Supply Kit ships to you and includes everything you need for only $39.99 (plus tax).
The Kit includes:
5 double-walled boxes (24” x 16” x 18”)
1 roll of U-Haul Packaging / Mailing Tape
5 zip ties
1 roll of U-Haul Packaging / Mailing Tape
5 zip ties
1 bonus box (36” x 24” x 7”)
1 permanent marker
10 FedEx label pouches
1 permanent marker
10 FedEx label pouches
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