Planning your move? R&DE Student Housing partners with Collegeboxes to offer flexible storage and shipping services that support your academic schedule and housing transitions.
What’s Available
Stanford partners with Collegeboxes to offer students:
- Year-round storage
- Summer-only storage
- Domestic shipping services
These services are especially helpful during academic breaks, term changes, and move-in or move-out periods.
In addition, Mail & Package Services (MPS) offers the Stanford Summer Storage Program, which allows students to store items at the Stanford Warehouse over the summer.
Storage and Shipping Options
Storage and Shipping
Ideal for moving out after any quarter. Your items are picked up from your room, stored or shipped, and delivered back to your room when you return.
Ship to School
If you're heading to campus, ship your belongings via FedEx to a local storage site. Collegeboxes will deliver your items directly to your room.
U-Box Portable Storage
Each U-Box fits about 1.5 rooms of belongings. Load your container at a designated drop-off location. U-Boxes are stored off-campus and delivered when you return.
Plan Ahead
Services are limited and fill up quickly—reserve early to secure your preferred pickup and delivery times. Visit the Collegeboxes Stanford FAQ to learn more and schedule service.
Move-Out Dates
| Student Type | Autumn 2026 | Winter 2027 | Spring 2027 |
| Frosh & Transfer Students | December 12, noon | March 20, 8:00 a.m. | June 11, 8:00 a.m. |
| Upperclass Undergraduates | December 12, noon | March 20, 8:00 a.m. | June 11, 8:00 a.m. |
| Graduate Students (incl. families) | December 14 | March 21 | June 14 |
| Graduate School of Business (GSB) | December 14 | March 21 | June 11 |
View full contract dates by housing type (single undergraduate, single graduate, couples without children, students with children).
Important Information
- Stanford University is not responsible for items stored or shipped through third-party providers.
- Service contracts are made directly between students and the vendor.
Using a Non-Preferred Vendor?
Note the following guidelines:
- Containers must be placed only in designated drop zones.
- They may remain on campus for no more than 72 hours.
Campus Drop-Off Locations for U-Box
- Bowdoin Street
- Mirrielees A-Wing (Escondido Road)
- Galvez Mall (outside Stern Hall)
- Governor’s Corner
See the campus drop-off map for full details and exact placement zones. Visit Collegeboxes.com for complete U-Box information and reservations.
Have Questions?
Visit Collegeboxes.com to compare services, view storage FAQs, and schedule your pickup or delivery.