Shipping Information and Rates
Shipping Information and Rates
Postal rates established by the U.S. Postal Service
First Class Mail is material weighing thirteen (13) ounces or less, and could be defined as the basic letter-in-an-envelope mailing. Some examples of First Class Mail include material that is directly handwritten, material having the character of personal correspondence, and material closed against postal inspection (e.g. bills, statements of account).
Priority Mail is that First Class Mail over 13 ounces, but less than or equal to 70 pounds—unless it is library or book rate. Priority Mail that is less than 13 ounces may be mailed Priority by paying the one pound rate. Priority Mail packages must not exceed 108" in length and girth combined. Priority Mail weighing more than one pound is zone-rated by both weight and destination.
Business Reply Mail is a special First Class Mail Arrangement whereby the original sender may pay postage for responses to correspondence. UNC holds a permit for and maintains an account for Business Reply mail with the U.S. Postal Service. We charge back these postage costs to the appropriate campus departments distributing Business Reply mail. To arrange for the printing of Business Reply envelopes or postcards, please contact University Communications at 1-2331.
Express Mail is time-sensitive correspondence. Mail Services typically uses FedEx for express mail and shipping services. Theses services include:
First thing the next-business-day morning |
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Next-business-day morning |
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Next-business-day afternoon |
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2 business days |
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3 business days |
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Economical ground delivery to businesses |
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Economical ground delivery to residences |
All are guaranteed services. Rates vary based on destination.
Standard Mail (Bulk Mail) is used for identical pieces delivering information. Standard mail is accepted by Mail Services when there are over 200 pieces in zip code order. Mail that is time-sensitive should not be sent in this manner. Mail Services has up to five (5) working days to get mailings of 3000 pieces or less to the Post Office. They, in turn, promise us three to five week delivery time.