Outgoing Packages
How do I send a package on campus?
Please contact mailservices@newschool.edu to add you and your department to the university account. A worktag is required for all outgoing packages.
Shipping Options
There are several options for sending outgoing packages:
Private Delivery Carriers (FedEx, UPS, etc.)
The sender has two options when shipping a package via a private carrier:
- Call the carrier and arrange for pick up from the recipient's office. (The carrier will come directly to the location for pick-up.)
- Take the package directly to the private carrier's local outlet
United States Postal Service
The package can be delivered via your local post office, or via mail services at 55 West 13th St. Lower level.
NOTE: All P.O. Box Deliveries must be shipped via USPS.
Private local messenger/delivery service
Contact Need It Now Messenger Service at 212.989.1919
Shipping Options Based on Urgency
Your choice will depend upon the time sensitivity of the package in question.
Urgency | Carrier |
Urgent, Local, Same-Day Service | Need it Now Courier Service |
Overnight Service | FedEx, UPS, USPS Express Mail |
Less Urgent Deliveries | USPS Priority Mail, USPS Parcel Post |
Please contact Mail Services at mailservices@newschool.edu or 212-229-5301 for rates and additional information.
Shipping Options FAQ
Are there any special details for sending via UPS or FedEx?
A package for shipping via UPS must be securely packaged and sealed, preferably with heavy-duty packing tape.
The package must be clearly labeled with the sender's name and address at The New School and the destination address (no P.O. boxes). It must have the department's worktag for chargeback. Marking the package "UPS" is recommended.
For FedEx, Contact mail services (mailservices@newschool.edu) to request access to the new schools FedEx account. Shipping labels are made on FedEx.com. The worktag must be provided in the reference field.
Mail Services can ship your package for you. Packages can be dropped off at 55 west 13th St. Lower level. Please be sure to provide the recipients address, sender address and department work tag.
Can UPS or FedEx deliver to a PO Box?
UPS and FedEx are privately owned couriers, and cannot deliver to P.O. boxes. Please use the USPS for P.O. box addresses.
We have to return a package to a vendor. What is the procedure?
Your department must contact the vendor to request a UPS Call Tag for UPS to pick up the package free of charge. If the vendor does not issue a Call Tag but provides an RMA return label, your department must pay the UPS shipping charges. Contact Mail Services at mailservices@newschool.edu or 212-229-5301 with any questions.
Contact Mail Services at mailto:mailservices@newschool.edu or 212-229-5301 with any additional questions.