Using the Mail Services FedEx 2-Ship portal is the easiest way to ship packages from home to your Tulane residence.
Save an average of 40% when you use the Tulane shipping portal, as shown in the table below.
| 6 boxes (30 lbs, 20 x 20 x 20) | New York | Texas | California | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail FedEx Ground Rate | $573.96 | $290.46 | $797.82 | |
| 2 Ship/Tulane FedEx Ground Rate | $221.31 | $121.03 | $311.85 | |
| Total Savings ($) | $352.65 | $169.43 | $485.97 | |
| Total Savings (%) | 39% | 42% | 39% | 40% |
If you ship six boxes (20 x 20 x 20) that weigh 30 pounds each, you would save 39% from New York to New Orleans, 42% from Texas to New Orleans, and 39% from California to New Orleans. These figures compare FedEx ground shipping rates to the Tulane shipping portal ground rate, shown in the table above.
Using this method ensures that Tulane Mail Services has visibility of your shipments from creation to delivery, making it easier to address any issues. In other words, we will monitor packages for your convenience and peace of mind.
How the Portal Works
- Log in using your @tulane.edu username and password.
- You’ll be prompted to enter shipping weight and box dimensions in the portal, also select insure and list a value.
- When using the ship to address feature, be sure to add your name and student mail code number.
- Check the rates and estimated delivery times in the portal.
- Pay fees and generate labels that you can print at home, then attach those labels to your packages.
- You should also attach the labels provided in this packet. The provided labels will help the Mail Services team
- properly sort and stage the packages for in-room delivery.
- You will need to drop off packages at any authorized FedEx shipping location. The portal includes a locator map.
- For support issues please contact the shipping portal at their Toll Free Number: 1-855-552-7447
