Caroline Hall

Campus Services

Postal Center

The Postal Center manages the mail that gets delivered and sent out from North Park University.

Location and Hours

  • The Postal Center is located on the north side of campus at 3305 W. Foster.
  • Find it on the campus map.

Do you have any questions?
Contact Salvador Valentin Jr. (Manager) by phone: 773-244-5552 or email.

Regular Business Hours:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm

Lobby Hours for Student Mail Pick Up:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–8:00 pm (Keycard Access after 4:30 pm)
Saturday, 8:00 am–2:00 pm (Keycard Access)

Window Hours:
Monday–Friday, 10:00 am–4:00 pm

Faculty and Staff Hours:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm

Holiday and Summer Hours:
Monday–Friday, 1:00–4:00 pm

Shipping

The Postal Center offers shipping through UPS and United States Postal Services. North Park staff and students are encouraged to ship through the Postal Center.

Retail Store

Looking for boxes to ship a package to your parents? You can purchase stamps, envelopes, and shipping boxes from UPS and USPS. North Park staff and students receive discounts on packaging and shipping material. The retail store only accepts check and cash.

Student Mail Services

Students living on campus will be given a personal mailbox where your mail is delivered. North Park students must observe the policy agreement with the Postal Center. Learn more and review the Postal Center Policy.

Where do I go to find my box number and combination?

When North Park students arrive to campus they are assigned a postal box (also known as a CPO box) at the Postal Center. Students can find their mailbox number and combination in the student WebAdvisor portal, under campus housing information.

What mailing address should students use?

Mailing Address for Students:

First and Last Name
North Park University
3305 W. Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

Do not use your dorm address, packages can get lost or stolen when left outside of the dorm. Always use the mail center address.

How do I receive packages that are delivered to me?

When receiving a package an email alert will be sent to you with pick up time. Present your student ID to mail center staff. Students must pick up packages within one month of delivery to the mail center. If you cannot pick up your mail/package please send an email to iperez2@5bg12w.com with the name of the person who will be picking it up on your behalf.

Does the Postal Center allow me to send mail?

Students have the option to mail letters and packages through the Postal Center. See details on mail carriers and shipping services listed above.