Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 Student Meal Plans

Students have several meal plan options to choose from based on whether they live on campus or commute to campus!

Residents Living in Trinity, Adams or Engstrom

You may choose either Cougar Plan A or Cougar Plan B.

Residents Living in Shire

You may choose any of the meal plans available.

Commuter Students

You may choose any of the meal plans available.

Meal swipes can be used for entrance into 1899 Dining Hall, our all-you-care-to-eat dining location. They can also be used for meal exchanges at select campus retail locations.

A meal exchange is when you trade a meal swipe for a preset combo at select campus retail locations, which typically includes an entrée, side, and beverage. A typical option at The Grill, for example, may include a burger, fries, and a fountain soda.

Meal exchanges are available at the Cougars Den, Hillside Grounds and the Grill.

Yes, students will be able to use meal exchanges at select locations on Grubhub.

These tax-free dollars can be spent on food and beverages from any dining location on campus. Flex Dollars will carry forward from fall to spring semesters but do not roll over to the next academic year.

Yes, Flex Dollars are available for purchase throughout the semester.

Students who prefer not to dine in can use a meal swipe at check-in to receive a to-go container. They can then fill it with their favorite food items and take their meal with them.

Everyone is welcome to dine at 1899 Dining Hall. For community members and guests without meal plans, there is a door price for entry.

Students can sign up for a meal plan online (log in to home.apu.edu).

Once meal plans are activated for the fall semester, students may make eligible changes until the end of week 2 of classes.