For students at Harvard University, 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.
Harvard University
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
Pre-Arrival Delivery Dates
Delivery to room before you arrive! Special delivery scheduled with your school's housing office, where your items are waiting in your room when you arrive on campus.
| Delivered By | Delivery Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Sat. Aug 26, 2023 | Free | Delivery before move in, boxes locked in room when you arrive on campus. |
*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
Delivery Dates
Delivery made to your room after you have arrived on campus.
| Date | Time | Delivery Fee | Sign Up By | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat. Jan 21, 2023 | 10AM - 4PM | Free | Mon. Jan 09, 2023 |
*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
Pre-Arrival Delivery Dates
Delivery to room before you arrive! Special delivery scheduled with your school's housing office, where your items are waiting in your room when you arrive on campus.
Sat. Aug 26, 2023 |
Fee: Free Delivery before move in, boxes locked in room when you arrive on campus. |
*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
Delivery Dates
Delivery made to your room after you have arrived on campus.
Sat. Jan 21, 2023 |
Time: 10AM - 4PM Fee: Free Sign Up By: Mon. Jan 09, 2023 |
*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
Harvard University Student Storage FAQs
What relationship does Collegeboxes have with Harvard University?
Collegeboxes has partnered with Harvard University for over 10 years. This relationship provides students with the best possible moving experience at Harvard including in room pickup and delivery before move-in.
Where will you pick up my belongings?
At Harvard, 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.
What is pre-arrival delivery?
Collegeboxes works directly with Harvard's Housing Office to deliver items to student rooms before they return to campus. When students arrive, their items are already waiting for them, allowing them to get settled in quickly and start enjoying their college experience.
Can I access my belongings while they’re in storage near Harvard University?
Yes, you can access your belongings during normal business hours, but we require that you let us know four business days in advance so we can get your summer storage items prepared for pick up.
Where are my belongings stored?
Your belongings are stored locally at Olympia Moving and Storage located at 1 Mear Road, Holbrook. This facility is about 25 miles south of Cambridge, MA.
How far is the storage facility from Harvard?
Olympia Moving and Storage is just over 22 miles from the Harvard University campus. To get there from campus, get on I-90 W in Newton from Western Ave, Soldiers Field Rd, Nonantum Rd and Charlesbank Rd. Continue on I-90 W. Take I-95 S to MA-28 S/N Main St in Randolph. Take exit 5A from I-93 N. Follow MA-28 S/N Main St and MA-139 E/Union St to Olympia Moving and Storage. The facility will be on your left.
What are the storage facility’s business hours?
Olympia Moving and Storage is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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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