Meal Plans - Frequently Asked Questions

Can I carry over my unused meals to the next week?
With Meals per Week Plans, the meals must be used in the week they're assigned and can not be carried over to the next week.  Declining Balance Dollars may be used at any time during the semester.  How flexible you want your meal plan to be is totally up to you, your eating habits and your schedule for that semester.

Can I change my meal plan?
Yes.  For the first week of each semester, if you find a meal plan isn't working with your schedule as well as you thought it would, you can change your plan.  All you have to do is stop by the Finance Office in the Penland Administration Building and complete a Membership Change Form.  It's that easy.

Can I treat a friend to a meal on my plan?

It depends.  Only you can use your all-you-care-to-eat meals, one meal per period.  But you can certainly treat a friend to a meal at any of our dining facilities on campus using your Declining Balance Dollars (DBDs) or Pacer Card.

What do I do if my DBDs run low?
The same thing you do if your debit card balance runs low.  Simply make a deposit to your account by cash, check, money order or credit card.  Go to the Finance Office in the Penland Administration Building, tell them you want to replenish your DBDs and they'll take care of you.

How do I sign up for a Dining Membership?
It couldn't be easier.  Just visit the Finance Office in the Penland Administration Building and fill out the form.