Methods of Mailing and Shipping
A Bard ID is required for all package pickups.
Pay for Shipping
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USPS PackagesAll parcels and mail shipped through the United States Postal Service will ALWAYS be available for pick up in the campus mailroom located in the Bertelsmann Campus Center. If you have any questions regarding USPS mail and parcels, please contact the Post Office at 845-758-7537
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UPS, FedEx, and DHL PackagesAll packages shipped through UPS, FedEx, and DHL will ALWAYS be available for pick up at the Shipping and Receiving Department located in Buildings and Grounds (B&G) near the Reem and Kayden Center (RKC). If you have any questions regarding UPS, FedEx, or DHL parcels, contact Shipping and Receiving at 845-758-7653
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Your Bard USPS Address:When receiving mail via United States Postal Service, use the following address:
Student’s Full Name
Bard College MSC# (assigned via the portal)
PO Box 5000
Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504
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Your Bard UPS-FedEx-DHL Address:When receiving deliveries via UPS, FedEx, or DHL*, use the following address:
Student’s Full Name*These companies will NOT deliver to PO boxes.
Bard College
30 Campus Road
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Post Office Location and HoursMonday–Friday:
8:30am–5:00pm (Closed for lunch 12:00–12:30)
CLOSED on Saturday & Sunday
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Shipping Location and HoursMonday–Friday:
9:00am – 12:00pm and 12:30–5:00pm
No weekend hours or deliveries.
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Picking up packages at the Post OfficeYou may receive a digital notification that your package was delivered from its sender, however Bard College postal staff must first process every package before you can pick it up. Please wait until you are notified via [email protected]. A photo ID is required to pick up your package. We cannot store packages due to lack of space. We encourage you to pick up your package immediately.
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Picking up packages at Shipping and ReceivingPackages need to be processed before you can pick them up. For UPS, FedEx, and DHL deliveries, when your package is processed, you will receive an email from [email protected] telling you to pick it up at B&G. Please pick up your packages within a week of notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
I forgot my combination. Can I get it again? How do I keep from losing it in the future?
Students can obtain their mailbox information by searching Res Life and going into the portal 'MyAnnandale'. We suggest that you take a picture of your combination lock and save it in your phone to avoid searching for it every time.
I’m having trouble opening my mailbox. What should I do?
Please read the directions carefully. If you have tried a number of times, you will need to clear out the lock by turning it to left at least 20 times. If you are still having trouble, there is a video with instructions on how to open your mailbox on Instagram. You can follow us by searching @bardpostoffice to see this video.
When does the mail come in for the day?
Mail will be delivered to your mailboxes by 2PM most days. Parcels are delivered by 3PM.
How do I know if my package has arrived?
Packages need to be processed before you can pick them up. An e-mail will also be sent to your Bard e-mail address. At that time, you can pick up the package at the front window. The Post Office cannot store parcels for any length of time due to lack of space. We encourage you to pick up your parcel immediately. Packages will not be handed out to anyone other than the recipient. Therefore, please do not ask for a friend to claim your package/mail.
What happens if I forget to pick up my package?
You will receive an email reminder from [email protected] to pick up your package. If your package has not been picked up by the end of the week, we will send you a reminder notice.
How often should I check my mail?
At least 3 times per week is recommended for most students. If you receive a lot of packages or numerous magazines, you should check your mail more frequently, as the mailboxes are fairly small and do not hold a lot of mail.
Do you supply packaging materials?
No. All packing supplies, and packing tape, can be purchased at the bookstore.
I want something to be sent out today. When should I bring it to the Post Office?
Our mail truck picks up all outgoing mail at 11:45 Monday-Friday. In order for us to guarantee that your package will go out the same day, we recommend that you be here by 11:30 AM.
Where do I mail UPS/Fed Ex packages?
UPS and FedEx can be mailed from Shipping and Receiving, located at Buildings & Grounds. There is also a FedEx drop box by the Publications building, on the south end of campus.
What happens to my mail during breaks?
During the winter break, First Class mail will continue to be delivered to your campus mailbox. Any parcel that is too large to fit in your campus mailbox will be returned to the sender as ‘undeliverable’. If you are staying on campus for the winter break and are able to collect your package within 5 days, email [email protected] and we will accept those parcels.
During the summer, First Class mail & parcels are automatically returned to the sender as ‘undeliverable’ unless you email [email protected] that you will be on campus to collect these items. Any item that is not picked up by the individual after 5 days, will be returned to the sender as ‘unclaimed’.
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO CONTACT ALL YOUR CORRESPONDENCE INDIVIDAULLY TO UPDATE YOUR ADDRESS TO AVOID MAIL BEING RETURNED
Do I keep the same mailbox for all four years?
No, mailboxes change every fall semester. You will obtain your information from Res Life in the portal ‘myannandale’ prior to the start of the Fall semester.
If I move off campus, do I still have a mailbox?
All undergraduate students are assigned a mailbox, regardless of whether you live on or off campus.
What happens if my friends send me mail under a name that is different from my legal name?
The mailroom is only notified of your legal name. If you prefer to use a different name, it is your responsibility to let us know. For security reasons, we cannot assume mail is yours unless you have advised us of any alternate names you may receive mail under. ALL MAIL MUST BE ADDRESSED IN FULL – FIRST AND LAST NAME!! Mail will not be delivered addressed to a mailbox number without a full name.
If you have any questions, please stop by!
-Holly, Debbie, and Cindy