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.
What is a Meal Plan?
A meal plan unlocks delicious meals, coffee, snacks, and more at nearly 30 locations across campus. Your Meal Plan includes Meal Punches and Dining Dollars, conveniently loaded onto your JACard. No need to carry additional cards or cash!
Your Meal Plan Access
Meal Punches
Meal Swipes give you access to all-you-care-to-eat dining halls, offering variety of delicious and fresh options for every meal.
Duke Deals
Duke Deals are combo meals you can buy at select retail locations across campus. Location Duke Deals are listed on individual location pages.
Dining Dollars
Dining Dollars are prepaid funds that can be used at any campus dining location to conveniently purchase food, snacks, and beverages.
Don't Miss These Dates
Mark your calendar! Each semester, important dates like the start of meal plan usage, when to make changes, and deadlines for billing and sign-ups keeps your plan running smoothly.
April 15: Summer School Meal Plans sign up begins
April 20: 2026-2027 Off-Campus Resident Meal Plan sign up begins
Click here to select your meal plan!
May 6: Last Day of Classes
Updated hours will be posted prior to May 6.
May 14-16: Commencement Ceremonies
Updated hours will be posted prior to May 14.
May 15: Dining Dollars expire
Dining Dollars do not carry over from spring to fall. Be sure to use them all by May 15 or else you will lose them!
July 3: Last day to make changes to your Off-Campus Resident Meal Plan without a fee.
Click here to make any changes!
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
Dine With Confidence!
Manage your meal plan with ease. Learn how to check your balance and set alerts.
Meal Plan FAQs
Have questions about meal plans? 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.
