Meal Plans 101

• Students required to purchase a meal plan will make both their fall and spring meal plan selections in summer, prior to the fall/spring meal plan selection deadline. They are then able to make changes to their selection prior to the meal plan changes deadline each semester.
• Students not required to purchase a meal plan are able to sign up for a meal plan at any time. We encourage students to make their selection as early as possible. Only the cost of weekly meal plans can be prorated when purchased after the start of the semester. 

Students may apply for a release from the Dining Services Agreement with supporting documentation stating the reason for their release request. Releases are only considered for medical and/or religious reasons. Requests are reviewed and decided by the University on a case-by-case basis. If a student’s request for release is denied, they will remain responsible for all fees associated with their meal plan, whether used or not. 

• To apply for a release, log into MyHousing via the TUportal. 

• For questions about meal plan cancellations, please contact University Housing and Residential Life during normal business hours, from Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The team can also be reached via phone at (215) 204-7184 (Option #2) or via email at housing@temple.edu. 

We're here to help! Visit our Connect With Us page to get in touch with our team, including our on-site dietitian for any dietary or nutritional inquiries.