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 gives you access to delicious meals, coffee, snacks, and more at over 100 locations across all ASU campuses. Each plan includes Meal Swipes for use at any of our nine dining halls, along with Maroon & Gold Dollars conveniently loaded onto your student ID for use at dining retail locations. No extra cards or cash required.
Your Meal Plan Access
Meal Swipes
Meal Swipes give you access to all-you-care-to-eat dining halls, offering variety of delicious and fresh options for every meal.
Maroon & Gold Dollars
Maroon and Gold Dollars, also known as M&G, are dining dollars that you can use at any dining location across all ASU campuses
Purchase M&GMeal Exchange
Meal Exchange lets you trade a Meal Swipe for select menu items at participating campus retail locations, giving you more flexibility on the go.
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.
August 15, 2026: Meal Plans Begin
Dining Services begins and you may start using your meal plan.
August 26, 2026 : Last Day to Change Meal Plan
Last day to change or cancel your meal plan.
December 12, 2026: Fall Meal Plans End
Last day to use your fall meal plan.
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 PlanMeal Plan Options
Choose from a variety of meal plans designed to provide flexibility and convenience for everyone.
Browse Meal PlansMeal Plan Orientation
Explore your campus dining experience with a guide to dining halls, featured locations, and more.
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Dine With Confidence!
Manage your meal plan with ease. Learn how to check your balance and set alerts.
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.