UMD Dining Transformed: Get Ready for Fall 2025 Meal Plans!

Get ready, Terps! The University of Maryland is revolutionizing its dining experience for Fall 2025, introducing a suite of innovative meal plans designed to offer unprecedented flexibility, convenience, and a truly personalized culinary journey. From new A la Carte options to the revamped Terp Bucks system, and enhanced Anytime Dining, UMD is setting a new standard for campus food services.

At the heart of these exciting changes are the new A la Carte meal plans.

Moving away from traditional fixed meal swipes, these plans empower you to pay for exactly what you eat, offering ultimate freedom and choice. Imagine walking into a dining location and selecting items that truly appeal to you, all without the constraint of a set meal equivalency. This system ensures every bite counts and caters to diverse appetites and preferences.

Accompanying the A la Carte revolution is the introduction of Terp Bucks, which will seamlessly replace the former Dining Dollars.

Terp Bucks function as a versatile campus currency, accepted at all UMD Dining retail locations, convenience stores, and even select on-campus vending machines. This unified system simplifies transactions and expands your purchasing power across a wider array of delicious options.

For those who love the all-you-care-to-eat experience, Anytime Dining plans are getting an upgrade.

These plans offer unlimited access to UMD's vibrant dining halls, allowing you to eat as much as you like, as often as you like, throughout the day. It's the perfect solution for students with varying schedules or those who simply enjoy frequent visits to our diverse dining venues.

So, how do these changes impact different members of the UMD community?

• Freshman Residents: To ensure a smooth transition and ample nourishment for our newest Terps, freshmen will be required to select an Unlimited Anytime Dining plan, complemented by a set amount of Terp Bucks.

  This provides maximum convenience and flexibility as they navigate their first year on campus.

• Sophomore Residents: Second-year students will have slightly more choice, required to opt for an Anytime Dining plan (such as Unlimited or a 14-meal-per-week option) along with Terp Bucks.

  This balance offers structure while introducing more personal selection.

• Junior and Senior Residents: Upperclassmen will enjoy the greatest flexibility. While not mandated, they are strongly encouraged to choose an A la Carte, Anytime, or Block meal plan. These options are tailored to fit their more independent lifestyles and diverse schedules, ensuring they find a plan that perfectly suits their needs.

And it's not just for residents! Commuter students, faculty, and staff can also dive into the new dining landscape.

They are invited to purchase A la Carte plans, Block plans, or even Anytime Dining plans, providing everyone in the UMD family with access to convenient, delicious, and flexible dining options. Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch between classes, enjoying a leisurely meal, or fueling up for a long study session, UMD's Fall 2025 dining services are designed to enhance your campus life.

These comprehensive changes reflect UMD's commitment to providing an exceptional and adaptable dining experience for every individual.

Get ready to explore a world of flavors and flexibility with the new UMD Dining Services for Fall 2025!