Mail and Shipping Information

Post Office


Shipping Personal Effects to Hotchkiss
Personal effects shipped via the services below may be picked up at the Hotchkiss Post Office.

Note: Hotchkiss will not accept any cash on delivery (C.O.D.) packages.

United Parcel Service (UPS)

- maximum weight per package: 150 pounds
- maximum size (combined length and girth): 194 inches
- insurance (contents only): $100.00
- additional insurance: 50 cents per each $100 of value

U.S. Postal Service

Parcel Post

Fourth Class Mail
- maximum weight per package: 70 pounds
- maximum size (combined length and girth): 100 inches

Additional Notes

  • Suitcases, duffel bags, and footlockers must be shipped unlocked or with key attached.
    Trunks shipped via First Class Priority may be locked.
  • For packages exceeding weight and size limits above:
    contact a local common carrier (freight trucking company) or freight line. Be aware of insurance limit.
  • All freight charges must be paid in advance.

School Post Office

HOURS

Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday
8 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Addressing Mail

Address mail, FedEx, and UPS deliveries as follows:

Student or Individual's Name
The Hotchkiss School
11 Interlaken Road
Lakeville, CT 06039
(U.S.A.)