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Meal Plans 101

Having a meal plan means more than just convenience - it's your key to enjoying craveable meals across campus. With chef-inspired menus, local ingredients, and sustainable practices, your dining experience is as dynamic as campus life.

Meal Plan FAQs

Have questions about your Meal Plan? Our FAQs are here to help you learn everything you need to manage your plan and make the most of campus dining. From how to get started to maximizing your benefits, you’ll find the answers you need right here.

Your Meal Plan Access

  • Meal Swipes

    Meal Swipes give you access to all-you-care-to-eat dining halls and, depending on your plan, can also be used at select retail locations as a cash-equivalency option. Use swipes for full meals, quick stops between classes, or dining hall favorites throughout the semester.

  • M.E.R.V. Bucks

    M.E.R.V. Bucks are dining dollars loaded onto your campus ID card that can be used at dining locations across campus to purchase meals, snacks, and beverages. They’re perfect for coffee runs, retail meals, and everyday dining.

  • Flex Dollars

    Flex Dollars work like a debit account on your campus ID card and can be used for purchases across campus dining locations. Students can add funds online through the portal or in person at campus support offices, and unused Flex Dollars roll over while you remain enrolled.

  • Cash Equivalency

    Some meal plans allow you to use a Meal Swipe at participating retail locations for a set dollar value toward your purchase. Each swipe is worth $7, and any remaining balance can be paid with M.E.R.V. Bucks, Flex Dollars, cash, or credit.

Hungry For More Info?

Find the perfect meal plan, explore flexible options, or get oriented with your campus dining experience.

  • Find Your Fit

    Use our recommendation tool to find the perfect meal plan that matches your campus needs.

    Find Your Perfect Plan

  • Meal Plan Options

    Choose from a variety of meal plans designed to provide flexibility and convenience for everyone. 

    Browse Meal Plans

  • Meal Plan Orientation

    Explore your campus dining experience with a guide to dining halls, featured locations, and more.

    Get Started