Ship & Set UIowa Move In
From: $275.00
Ship your Hawkeye’s essentials directly to us in Iowa City, and we’ll set them up for success.
Skip the out-of-state move-in stress. Order online, ship to our Iowa City location, and we’ll unpack, organize, and store everything in labeled totes until your student is ready to move in.
How it works:
- Ship online purchases and/or items from home directly to us
- We unpack, sort & store in climate-controlled facility
- Delivery to dorm/apartment on Move-In Day
- Optional: Room Setup Help (e.g., bed made, toiletries arranged)
Perfect for out-of-state families – arrive relaxed knowing everything is handled. Ship & Set is available to all UIowa families – no mindyKNOWS membership required.
Ship your Hawkeye’s essentials directly to us in Iowa City, and we’ll set them up for success.
Skip the stress of out-of-state move-in. Order everything your Hawkeye needs online and ship it straight to our Iowa City location. We will also accept boxes packed at home and shipped to us. We’ll unpack, organize, and store everything in labeled totes. When your student arrives and is ready to settle in, we deliver directly to their dorm or apartment.
How Ship & Set works:
- Shop online, ship directly to us in Iowa City
- We unpack, sort, and organize into labeled storage totes
- Secure climate-controlled storage until move-in
- Scheduled delivery to dorm or apartment when ready
- Optional: Room Setup Help (e.g., bed made, toiletries arranged)
Perfect for out-of-state families who want to arrive relaxed, knowing their student’s space is ready to go. No cramming supplies into luggage, no scrambling through Iowa’s limited retail options, no move-in day chaos.
What’s included: Essential items for dorm or furnished apartment move-in (bedding, towels, decor, school supplies, etc.)
Not included: Furniture, liquids, soaps/detergents, toiletries, or any prohibited items.
Please review UIowa Move In for recommended essential items and prohibited items before shipping.
Items must be received July 1 – August 12, 2025
Questions? Contact Laura – auntlauraiowa@mindyknows.com
| Room Set Up Service | Yes, No |
|---|
A: No! This service is for students moving into dorms AND furnished apartments. At this time we are unable to accept large furniture.
Q: Do I need a mindyKNOWS membership to use Ship & Set?
A: Not at all! Ship & Set is available to all UIowa families, with or without a membership.
Q: When can I start shopping and shipping items to you?
A: Items must be received July 1 – August 12, 2025.
Q: Can I ship items from home that I already have?
A: Yes! You can box up items from home and ship them directly to us.
Q: What items can I ship?
A: Bedding, decor, school supplies, storage items, and personal essentials. We recommend checking UIowa’s official Packing List for guidance.
Q: What items are NOT allowed?
A: Furniture, liquids, soaps/detergents, toiletries, and any items prohibited by UIowa.
Q: How far in advance should I ship items?
A: We recommend shipping 2–4 weeks before move-in to ensure everything arrives and is organized in time.
Q: How long will you store my items?
A: We provide climate-controlled storage from when items arrive until your student is ready for delivery.
Q: Where do you deliver?
A: We deliver directly to your student's dorm room or apartment in Iowa City.
Q: Can you help with room set up?
A: Yes! We will unpack totes, make the bed, organize personal items, set up storage bins, and arrange essentials so everything is neat, functional, and ready to use. Whether it's placing toiletries in the bathroom, setting up a study desk, or folding clothes into drawers—we take care of the details so your student feels at home from day one.
Q: How do I get your shipping address?
A: Once you book Ship & Set, we'll provide you with our Iowa City shipping address and any special instructions.
Q: What if something gets damaged during shipping?
A: We handle items with care, but shipping damage should be reported to the carrier. We'll help document any issues.
Q: Can I ship items from multiple stores?
A: Absolutely! We'll receive packages from any retailer and organize everything together.
Q: How will I know when items arrive?
A: We'll notify you when packages are received and again when everything is organized and ready for delivery.
Q: What if my student's move-in date changes?
A: No problem! Just let us know and we'll adjust the delivery schedule accordingly.
Q: Is there a limit to how much I can ship?
A: We can accommodate most reasonable amounts. Contact us if you have an unusually large shipment so we can plan accordingly.
Q: What happens to all the packaging materials?
A: We handle all the cardboard and packing materials - everything gets properly recycled.
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