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About Columbia University

Founded in 1754, Columbia University is the oldest institution of higher education in the state of New York and the fifth oldest in the US. The American Revolution caused the institution to stop teaching for eight years, but it opened again in 1784 with a new name – Columbia.

It wasn’t until 1897 that the university moved to its current location at 116th Street and Broadway in Upper Manhattan. Over 8,700 international students (2012/13) form part of the Columbia student body.

Getting to Columbia University

New York City has three main airports – John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Newark International Airport. There are various modes of transportation from the airports into the city. One of the most cost effective is a shared shuttle bus service, such as Super Shuttle, which will take you to your destination of choice.

Alternatively you can take a train or bus from other major destinations to New York. Trains generally stop at Grand Central Station or Pennsylvania Station and buses stop at the Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Once within the city, there is a vast network of subways and bus routes run by MTA. The Number 1 local train stops at 116th Street/ Columbia University. This route runs from South Ferry in Lower Manhattan to Van Cortland Park in the Bronx. It stops at Times Square, which has several connections to other subway trains.

Five bus routes serve the Columbia area: M4, M5, M11, M60 and M104.

There is an Inter-Campus Shuttle bus connecting the main campus, the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia Medical Centre and affiliate Harlem Hospital.

Sending your bags to Columbia University

Why not send your bags to Columbia University and save yourself the hassle of dragging them on to public transport. You can also avoid excess baggage charges at the airport. At Sendmybag we ship luggage around the world, allowing international students to send their bags to their university accommodation. We not only offer international student shipping but also shipping for domestic students across the US.

If you are sending your bags to student accommodation you must check what facilities are available for receiving your luggage.

Columbia advises that undergraduate mail is not to be sent to halls of residence but to the Undergraduate Package Center. Larger items are only kept for up to seven days, after which they are returned to the sender.

About École normale supérieure, Paris

The École normale supérieure was founded in 1793 and is today a prestigious institution with a rigorous selection process for prospective students. Among its alumni are 13 Nobel Prize laureates and several Prime Ministers. The institution has many international partnerships and attracts many international students.

Getting to École normale supérieure

Paris has four main airports: Charles de Gaulle (main international airport), Orly (second international airport) and Beauvais-Tillé (largely budget airlines).

You can generally reach the city centre from these airports using the RER network or a shuttle bus (from Beauvais-Tillé).

You can also take the train to Paris from many European destinations, including from London using the Eurostar, which stops at Paris Gare du Nord, and which is, in turn, connected to other areas of the city via the metro network.

The École normale supérieure is mostly situated in the Latin Quarter of Paris, largely in the area of Rue d’Ulm. This area is served by the Number 7 (pink) metro line. 'Censier-Daubenton' is one of the closest stops.

Sending your bags to École normale supérieure

Why not send your bags to university and save yourself the hassle of dragging them on public transport, as well as avoiding altogether excess baggage charges at the airport. At Sendmybag we ship luggage around the world, allowing international students to send their bags to their university accommodation. We not only offer international student shipping but also shipping for domestic students across France and Europe.

If you are sending your bags to student accommodation you must check what facilities are available for receiving your luggage, and whether you need to receive your bags in person.

If you are sending to rented accommodation, you must be available to take delivery of your luggage.

About École polytechique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)

EPFL is considered to be one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan technical universities, with students and staff from over 120 countries studying or working there. It is the sister university of ETH Zürich. The institution was established as a national school in 1969 and has become one of the most well-known European centres for science and technology. The university is ranked ‘the most international university’ in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with 50% of students coming from overseas.

Getting to École polytechique fédérale de Lausanne

EPFL is situated in Lausanne in Switzerland, beside Lake Geneva.

The closest airport is Genève-Cointrin, which is around 60 minutes away.

You can take a train from the airport to Lausanne (Gare CFF), and then take the metro to the EPFL campus (Gare CFF to Gare du Flon on line M2, direction Croisettes, and then change to line M1, direction Renens, and get off at EPFL).

Alternatively, you can reach Lausanne by train from various locations in Europe, including Zürich Airport, which is 2hr 30 mins away from Lausanne.

Several local buses stop at EPFL, including MBC bus 701, MBC bus 705 and TL bus 31.

Sending your bags to École polytechique fédérale de Lausanne

Why not send your bags ahead to EPFL and save yourself the hassle of dragging them on to public transport. You can also avoid excess baggage fees at the airport and you won’t have to wait for your bags at luggage carousels.  At Send My Bag we ship luggage around the world, allowing international students to send their bags to their university accommodation. We not only offer international student shipping but also shipping for domestic students across Switzerland and Europe.

If staying in student accommodation, check what facilities are available for receiving large items. Or, to ensure delivery of your items, make sure you are present to receive them on the day on which they are scheduled to arrive.

About ETH Zürich

ETH Zürich was set up in 1855 as the Federal Polytechnical School. In 1911 it assumed its present name, Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule. It is the sister university of EPFL – École polytechique fédérale de Lausanne. The institution is said to be a driving force behind industrialisation in Switzerland and, today, the institution continues to attract students and researchers from all over the world in the field of technical study and research.

Getting to ETH Zürich

The main ETH Zürich campus is located on Rämistrasse in central Zürich.

Zürich airport is not far from the university. To get from the airport to the university you can either take tram Number 10 to the ETH/Universitätsspital stop (journey time 30 mins) or take the train (S-Bahn or mainline services) from Zürich Airport Station to Central Station (Hauptbahnhof) (journey time 10 mins).

Or, you can travel to Zürich by train, given its rail links with many regions of Europe. Most trains will stop at Central Station (Hauptbahnhof). You can then take tram Number 6 from the station to the ETH/Universitätsspital stop (journey time 6 mins).

Sending your bags to ETH Zürich

Why not send your bags ahead to ETH Zürich and avoid the hassle of waiting in queues for baggage drop or standing at the luggage carousel. You will also make your journey by public transport much more enjoyable. At Sendmybag we ship luggage around the world, allowing international students to send their bags to their university accommodation. We not only offer international student shipping but also shipping for domestic students across Switzerland and the rest of Europe.

If you are studying at ETH Zürich you will likely be living in a flat share with other students. You must make sure that you or one of your flat mates is at home to receive your bags on the day scheduled for their delivery.

About New York University

New York University was founded in 1831, starting out with just 158 students. Today, the student body amounts to more than 40,000 students, making NYU one of the largest private universities in the US. International students make up at least 20% of this number, standing at more than 8,900 students. The University also has campuses or affiliates in a number of other cities worldwide, including Abu Dhabi and Shanghai.

Getting to NYU

The main campus of NYU is at Washington Square in Manhattan but the University also has locations throughout Manhattan and in Brooklyn.

New York City has three main airports – John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Newark International Airport. There are various modes of transportation from the airports into the city. One of the most cost effective is a shared shuttle bus service, such as Super Shuttle, which will take you to your destination of choice.

Alternatively you can take a train or bus from other major destinations to New York. Trains generally stop at Grand Central Station or Pennsylvania Station and buses stop at the Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Once within the city, there is a vast network of subways and bus routes run by MTA, which stop close to the university’s locations.

Or, you can hail a cab on Broadway to go downtown or on Sixth Avenue to go uptown.

Sending your bags to NYU

Why not send your bags to NYU and save yourself the hassle of dragging bags on public transport. You can also avoid altogether excess baggage charges at the airport. At Sendmybag we ship luggage around the world, allowing international students to send their bags to their university accommodation. We not only offer international student shipping but also shipping for domestic students across the US.

If you are sending your bags to student accommodation you must check what facilities are available for receiving your luggage. NYU state that you should not send boxes or packages ahead of your arrival at your residence hall. When you do receive a delivery whilst in residence, you will be informed of its arrival and will be told how to pick it up.

About Purdue University

Purdue University first began teaching in 1874 to just 39 students. Today the University has over 38,700 students, of which there are over 9,000 international students. The University is placed 62nd in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. It is a university with many traditions, including the term ‘Boilermaker’, which began as a name for the University’s athletics team but which is now often used to refer to all things Purdue.

Getting to Purdue University

The Purdue main campus is located in West Lafayette, Indiana and is accessible from Indianapolis and Chicago O’Hare international airports.

From Indianapolis International Airport you can take a shuttle service to Purdue, including Lafayette Limo and Star of America. The airport is 65 miles from the University.

From Chicago O’Hare International Airport, you can take an Express Air Coach or Lafayette Limo shuttle bus. This airport is 140 miles from the University.

An Amtrak train to Lafayette is available from Indianapolis, Chicago and several other cities.

You can take the Continental Express Shuttle from O’Hare Airport to the Amtrak station (Union Station) in Chicago, or to the Greyhound Bus Terminal. Greyhound provides transport in the Lafayette-West Lafayette area from neighbouring urban hubs.

Sending your bags to Purdue University

Why not send your bags to Purdue University and save yourself the hassle of dragging bags on public transport, as well as avoid altogether excess baggage charges at the airport. At SendMybag we ship luggage around the world, allowing international students to send their bags to their university accommodation. We not only offer international student shipping but also shipping for domestic students across the US.

If you are sending your bags to student accommodation you must check what facilities are available for receiving your luggage. It is best to be in residence before the arrival date of your luggage so that you can receive it in person.

About Heidelberg University

Heidelberg University was founded in 1386, making it Germany’s oldest university. Today it is an internationally prominent university that is involved in several worldwide research networks and numerous exchange programmes with over 400 universities worldwide. Around 20% of the University’s student body are international students. According to the German Academic Exchange Service, Heidelberg is the preferred German university for international students.

Getting to Heidelberg University

The closest airport to Heidelberg is Frankfurt Airport, which offers many international routes.

To reach Heidelberg from the airport, take the high-speed train, ICE. Frankfurt airport has a train station inside the terminal.

Using the same Deutsche Bahn rail network, you can also reach Heidelberg from many other European destinations. The local rail network around Heidelberg is also very extensive.

Within the city itself, there is an efficient tram and bus network.

To reach the main university site from the train station, take bus line 32 to Uniplatz (University Square).

Sending your Bags to Heidelberg University

If you are studying at the university, chances are you are staying in rented accommodation. Why not send your luggage to your accommodation and save yourself the hassle of dragging bags on public transport or waiting in queues at bag drop or luggage carousels. At Sendmybag we ship luggage around the world, allowing international students to send their bags to their university accommodation. We not only offer international student shipping but also shipping for domestic students across Germany.

Make sure that you arrive at your destination before your luggage so that you are able to take delivery of it.

About the University of Copenhagen

With over 38,000 students, the University of Copenhagen is one of the largest research/ education institutions in the Nordic countries and the largest in Denmark. Inaugurated in 1479, the University is one of the oldest universities in Northern Europe. The University is often ranked as the best in Scandinavia and has given rise to 8 Nobel Prize laureates.

Getting to the University of Copenhagen

The University is located on four campuses, all in central Copenhagen: North Campus, South Campus, City Campus and Frederiksberg Campus.

The closest airport is Copenhagen International Airport Kastrup, only 8 km south of the city centre.

You can take the train or metro for about 15 minutes from the airport to the city centre.

Copenhagen is also connected by train to other destinations, and you can easily take the s-train, metro or bus from any of the three main train stations in the city. Hovedbanegården is Copenhagen’s Central Station.

Visit the following website to plan your journey: http://www.rejseplanen.dk/

Sending your Bags to the University of Copenhagen

If you are studying at the university, chances are you are staying in rented accommodation. Why not send your luggage to your accommodation and save yourself the hassle of dragging bags on public transport or waiting in queues at bag drop or luggage carousels. At Sendmybag we ship luggage around the world, allowing international students to send their bags to their university accommodation. We not only offer international student shipping but also shipping for domestic students across Denmark and the rest of Europe.

Make sure that you arrive at your destination before your luggage so that you are able to take delivery of it.

About the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University is in the twin cities of Champaign and Urbana, which is about 140 miles south of Chicago and 125 miles west of Indianapolis. It was founded in 1867 as the Illinois Industrial University and renamed the University of Illinois in 1885. The University has a thriving international student body made up of 9,804 overseas students (2012/13). It was ranked number 2 in the 'Top 20 Research Institutions' in terms of the number of international students.

Getting to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The Urbana-Champaign area is served by the University of Illinois Willard Airport, from which there is one daily flight to Dallas/ Fort Worth International Airport and six daily flights to Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport.

There is also a shuttle service between O’Hare and Urbana-Champaign run by the University in the Fall semester for international students.

The EAC Shuttle travels between O’Hare and Champaign-Urbana.

Greyhound runs a daily bus service between Chicago and Champaign.

Amtrak provide a train between Chicago and Champaign.

To travel from Willard Airport or the train/ bus depot in downtown Champaign, use the following services:

MTD: 21/ 270 Air Bus from Willard Airport to the campus on weekdays and Saturdays (free if boarding at Willard).

Sending your Bags to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Why not send your bags to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and save yourself the hassle of dragging bags on public transport. You will also avoid excess baggage charges at the airport. At Sendmybag we ship luggage around the world, allowing international students to send their bags to their university accommodation. We not only offer international student shipping but also shipping for domestic students across the US.

If you are sending your bags to student accommodation you must check what facilities are available for receiving your luggage.  There may be a package mailbox at your location, or you may need to ensure you are available to sign for your delivery in person.