Mail Services

University Mail Services receives, delivers, collects, and processes all incoming and outgoing U.S. Postal Service and interdepartmental mail for all departments and offices of the University of Maryland, including the Resident Life community.

USPS Inbound and Outbound Mail

U.S. mail is collected throughout the day by UMD delivery drivers in building mail rooms and University Mail Services departments located throughout campus. University mailboxes are currently picked up once daily, before 1 p.m. Monday – Friday.

To send an item through the United States Postal Service, please provide a Postage Meter Mail Card and fill out all appropriate information on the form. Please print and attach the created form to the items you are sending.

Service to Student Residence Halls

USPS Mail & Packages are delivered Monday - Saturday once per day – Most deliveries are completed by noon.
UPS, FedEx, DHL, and most Amazon packages are delivered directly to Residence Halls. In the event of extended closures, these packages are delivered to Physical Distribution located at the Severn Building.
Please use the complete campus address and include the 20742 zip code to assist with proper handling by the USPS.

Learn more about Residential Student Mail/Package Services.

Inter-Campus Mail

Inter-campus mail is collected daily by UMD delivery staff and delivered the same or the next business day.

Mail addressed to an individual: This mail should be in campus envelopes or folded to business envelope size and marked campus mail. Identify the mail with the individual’s: name, department, building, and room number.

Mass distribution: Official announcements or notices for mail distribution to all departments, faculty, and staff.

Mass distributions should be coordinated through an email to fmmailservices@umd.edu

Meter Postage Request Forms

Meter Postage Request forms for outbound domestic and international mail can now be completed on an on-demand basis directly on your department's preferred printer. The PDFs linked below have a new fillable format where you can write in all of the appropriate departmental and chargeback information. Upon completion of the form, simply print out your chargeback sheet and attach it to your outbound mail request for pick up. Please use all of your remaining domestic and international cards on hand before switching over to this new on-demand process.

Domestic mail card form
International mail card form
Have Questions? Please email us at fmmailservices@umd.edu

Shipping Services (FedEx, UPS & DHL)

Departmental Shipping Accounts

The University of Maryland does not currently maintain a centrally contracted shipping account for FedEx, UPS, or DHL. Departments that wish to use these carriers are responsible for establishing and managing their own departmental shipping accounts directly with the carrier.

To create a shipping account or learn more about available services, please visit the carrier's website:

Each carrier offers online account setup, shipping tools, pickup scheduling, and billing options for departmental use.

Drop-Off and Pickup Services

FedEx and UPS drop boxes are located at various locations throughout the University of Maryland campus and the College Park area.

Departments may:

Deposit eligible packages at a nearby drop box.
Deliver shipments to a staffed carrier location.
Schedule a pickup directly from their office or laboratory through their carrier account.
Track shipments and manage deliveries through the carrier's online portal.

For the most current drop-box locations, staffed shipping centers, or to schedule a pickup, please use the carrier's website.

Hazardous materials are not shipped through standard parcel services unless they have been prepared and documented in accordance with applicable regulations.

If your shipment contains hazardous materials, oversized freight, laboratory equipment, or requires specialized handling, please contact FM– Logistical Services prior to shipping at hazmatshipping@umd.edu. Our staff can help determine the appropriate shipping method and coordinate specialized handling services when required.

Questions?

For assistance determining the appropriate shipping method or whether your shipment requires specialized handling, contact:

Facilities Management – Logistical Services

Email: fmmailservices@umd.edu

Useful Links
FedEx
UPS
DHL
Amazon
USPS

Additional Shipping and Storage Options
The UPS Store Student Union

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