Dobie Twenty21 Meal Plans

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Dobie Twenty21 residents contracted for the 2024-25 academic year can choose from three optional meal plans for dining on campus. The meal plans can be used at our dining halls, restaurants, coffee shops and convenience stores. Find the meal plan with the number of meal swipes and Dine In Dollars that works best for you.

Starting in fall 2025, Dobie Twenty21 residents contracted for the 2025-26 academic year and beyond will have the on-campus residence hall unlimited meal plan included with room and board fees.

Meal Plan Options

Longhorn 25
  • 25 meals at Jester City Limits, J2 and Kins Dining
  • Plus $25 Dine In Dollars to enjoy at UHD-operated dining locations
  • $325
  • Plan rolls over as long as your UT ID is active and can be reloaded at any time

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Longhorn 60
  • 60 meals at Jester City Limits, J2 and Kins Dining
  • Plus $60 Dine In Dollars to enjoy at UHD-operated dining locations
  • $600
  • Plan rolls over as long as your UT ID is active and can be reloaded at any time

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Dobie Unlimited
  • Unlimited meals at Jester City Limits, J2 and Kins Dining for the term
  • Plus $300 Dine In Dollars to enjoy at UHD-operated dining locations
  • $2,250 per term
  • Optional for fall and spring terms
  • Available for purchase prior to term’s 12th class day 
  • This meal plan does not include applicable sales tax

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FAQs

Purchase Information

Who can buy a Dobie Unlimited meal plan?

Only current Dobie Twenty21 residents can purchase the optional Dobie Unlimited plan; a meal plan is not required. This plan is available for purchase on a term-basis for the fall and spring terms in the housing portal.

How can I purchase a Dobie Unlimited meal plan?

The Dobie Unlimited meal plan will be available for purchase for the fall term  in the resident’s housing portal beginning in early August 2024. Billing will be on a resident’s What I Owe page the day after the plan is selected.

Is the Dobie Unlimited plan available at any time other than the fall and spring terms?

No, the Dobie Unlimited plan is only available for purchase and use during the fall and spring terms. It cannot be purchased or used during the winter and May terms or the summer semester.

Is there a deadline to purchase a Dobie Twenty21 meal plan?

The Dobie Unlimited meal plan must be purchased prior to the 12th class day in the fall or spring terms. The Longhorn 25 or 60 plans can be purchased at any time.

Does my Dobie Twenty21 meal plan expire?

The Dobie Unlimited plan, including Dine In Dollars that come with this plan, expire at the end of the term it was purchased for, either fall or spring. If you purchased a Longhorn 25 or 60 plan, the meal plan rolls over as long as your UT ID is active. All plans are non-refundable and non-transferable.

How will I know when my ID card is loaded with the meal plan?

Your card is activated when you see a balance in your Dine In Dollars and a meal count number greater than 0 after paying the bill through What I Owe. You may need to wait up to 60 seconds and refresh the page after paying.

How can I view my transaction history?

You can review your transaction history and see your account balance in your meal plan account portal.

What if I run out of money on my meal plan?

You can reload your Dobie Twenty21 meal plan at any time by purchasing either the Longhorn 25 or 60 plan.

What happens to my Dobie Twenty21 meal plan if I leave UT?

Once your UT ID is inactive, any remaining funds on your Dobie Twenty21 meal plan are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Dining Details

Where can I eat?

Dining hall locations: Jester City Limits, J2 and Kins Dining 
Dine In Dollars locations: Austin Local, Cypress Bend Cafe, Hook ‘em Hut, Jesta’ Pizza, Jester City Market, Jester Java, Kin's Market, Littlefield Patio Cafe, Longhorn Coffee Co., Tower Burgers and Fries, Union Coffee House, and Chick-fil-A in the Union and WCP

What are Dine In Dollars?

The Dine In Dollars amount in the meal plan works like cash that can be used to purchase food and beverages at restaurants, coffee shops and convenience stores operated by UHD. Learn more about these dining locations. Use Dine In Dollars by handing your UT ID to the cashier, and the amount of the purchase will be deducted from your account.

When can I use my Dobie Twenty21 meal plan?

The Longhorn 25 and 60 plans can be used any time Jester City Limits, J2 and Kins Dining are open.

The Dobie Unlimited plan is active between the dates the residence halls open and close for the fall and spring terms. You can find these dates on the university academic calendars. During this time, the plan can be used whenever Jester City Limits, J2 and Kins Dining are open.

Can I use my Dobie Twenty21 meal plan to pay for a guest meal?

You can use your Longhorn 25 or 60 meal plan to pay for a guest meal. The Dobie Unlimited meal plan cannot be used to pay for a guest meal.

Still have questions? Email our housing team for more information.