The article discusses terminal distribution modes for express delivery systems in university towns. It analyzes the current problems with express delivery in university towns, including uneven distribution of deliveries over time and space. It then examines potential terminal distribution modes like traditional express pickup points, intelligent delivery lockers, and express convenience stores. Taking Shanghai Songjiang University Town as a case study, it compares the initial investment costs, operating costs, customer preferences, and convenience of different modes. It concludes that a cooperative express convenience store model is currently the most appropriate choice for a university town terminal distribution mode.