Residents
Our resident meal plans are designed to meet the unique needs of students living in our traditional resident halls, who are required to purchase a meal plan. Our resident plans come with varying amounts of meal swipes to be used primarily in Cole Dining Hall, and Meal Plan Dollars, which is a declining balance account similar to a debit card. Multiple resident meal plan options are available for you to choose from based on your dining preferences and needs.
| Plan Name | Meals | Meal Plan Dollars | Cost per Semester | Available to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Meal Plan | 19 Meals per week | $150 | $3090 | All first-year freshman living on campus |
| Green Meal Plan | 12 Meals per week | $200 | $2780 | Minimum meal plan required as a Sophomore |
| Dragon Meal Plan | 7 Meals per week | $200 | $2250 | Minimum meal plan required as a Junior |
| Fire Meal Plan | 50 Meals per semester | $75 | $750 | Commuters and Seniors only |
Apartments and Condos
Available to upperclassmen and seniors living in apartments. These meal plan options provide flexible access to all dining locations across campus, with meal swipes and Bonus Dollars to fit a variety of dining preferences and lifestyles.
| Plan Name | Meals | Bonus Dollars | Cost per Semester | Meal Swipes Available? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plan Name | # of meals | $ | $ per semester | Yes |
Commuters
Commuter plans are only available to students who do not live on campus. Our commuter plans are value oriented and designed specifically for our students who may not spend as much time on campus as residents. Commuter plans come with meal swipes and Meal Plan Dollars.
| Plan Name | Meals | Meal Plan Dollars | Cost per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Meal Plan | 50 Meals per semester | $75 | $750 |
Faculty & Staff
Our Faculty & Staff plans come with meal swipes to be used in the Dining Hall and Bonus Dollars to be used in our many retail dining locations.
| Plan Name | Meals | Bonus Dollars | Cost per Semester | Meal Swipes Available? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plan Name | # of meals | $ | $ per semester | No |
Meal Swipes
One Meal Swipe equals one set meal containing an entrée, a side, and a drink.
Think of a Meal Swipe as your "ticket" to a meal at an event - they do not have a Dollar Value.
Locations it can be used at:
Location 1, Location 2, Location 3
Monday
1:00pm-2:00pm
Tuesday
1:00pm-2:00pm
Wednesday
1:00pm-2:00pm
Thursday
1:00pm-2:00pm
Friday
1:00pm-2:00pm
FAQs
Where can I spend my Meal Plan Dollars?
You can spend you Meal Plan Dollars at the following locations:
On Campus
-Dragon Brew (Starbucks We Proudly Serve) Located in Franks Hall
-Market C (Bottled Beverages and Snacks) Located in the Center for Innovation and Learning
-Wall Street Pub and Grill (Food Purchases Only – No Alcohol) Located on the corner of Miami Street and Wall Street
-Cole Dining Hall – Use them there to have family or a friend join you for a meal
-The Exchange (for food purchases only) Located next to the Wall Street Pub on Miami Street
Off Campus
Marcos
Dominos
Can I use my Meal Plan for family or a friend?
ID’s and Meal Plans are for personal use only and are not to be loaned, shared, transferred or misused by other students.
How can I get a meal if I am sick?
Sick Tray Policy - If an injury or illness leaves you unable to go to dining services for your meals, you can request that a friend or member of the Residence Life staff be allowed to pick up a sick tray for you and be brought back to your room.
● Obtain a copy of the Sick Tray Request Form from the Student Government Office, Cashier Stand or download from the Student Portal or TU Mobile App.
● Read and fill out the form completely including your ID number.
● Give the form to the individual who will be picking up the meal so it your meal may be charged.
What do I do if I have a food allergy or intolerance and I need assistance?
If you need assistance finding something to eat, please email the Dining Services Resident Director, Peter Cleveland at clevelandp@tiffin.edu and set up a time to meet.

