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Meal plans are available to all Bethel students. Depending on your housing, you may be assigned a plan or have the option to choose one. This page explains which plans are available, how to manage your meal plan, and how meals and Flex work.
Enrolling in a meal plan
Meal plans are available to all students. Some students are assigned a plan based on their campus housing, while others can purchase a plan through MyBethel.
To manage your meal plan in MyBethel, open Tools & Resources and follow the prompts for housing and meals.
All student meal plans are term-dependent. Meals and Flex issued with a plan expire at the end of the fall, January, or spring term in which they were issued. You must have an active student meal plan to purchase additional Flex.
Meal plan requirements
All students living in campus residence halls are required to have a Navy meal plan, except students living in North Village. Your initial meal plan is assigned based on where you live, and you may have the option to change to another eligible plan.
Meal plan options by residence hall:
Bodien, Edgren, Getsch, and Nelson halls
- Students must have either the Navy A or Navy B meal plan.
- Students are assigned Navy A and may change to Navy B.
Lissner Hall, Arden Village East, and Heritage Hall
- Students must have a Navy meal plan.
- Students are assigned Navy B and may change to another Navy plan.
North Village apartments
Students are not required to have a meal plan but may purchase any Navy or Gold plan.
Commuter students
Commuter students may purchase any Navy or Gold meal plan. Complete the meal plan application through the housing portal in MyBethel before selecting a plan.
Commuter meal plans are also term-dependent. Meals and Flex expire at the end of the term in which they were issued.
Change your meal plan
Meal plan changes made after the semester begins will be prorated based on a daily rate.
Dates to change your meal plan
- August 1-August 25, 2026: fall term changes accepted
- August 31-September 4, 2026: fall term changes accepted
- December 1, 2026-January 5, 2027: January session changes accepted
- December 1, 2026-February 3, 2027: spring term changes accepted
How to change your plan
- Log in to MyBethel and select Tools & Resources.
- Select MyHousing & Meals. You can also go directly to the housing portal.
- On the Housing homepage, select My Meal Plan to see your current plan.
- Select Change Meal Plan. If you do not have an active meal plan, skip this step.
- Select your preferred meal plan from the dropdown menu and choose Next.
- Review the plan details and select Save.
All student meal plans are term-dependent. Both the meals and flex dollars that are issued with each plan at the beginning of fall, January, and spring will expire at the end of their respective terms. A student meal plan is required for all additional flex purchases. Additional flex will also expire at the end of the purchased term.
| Plans | Meals per Semester | Approx. Meals per Week | Flex per Semester | Cost per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navy A | 240 | 15 | $300 | $2,895 |
| Navy B | 192 | 12 | $350 | $2,609 |
| Navy C | 112 | 7 | $750 | $2,323 |
| Gold A | 40 | 2.5 | $500 | $1,158 |
| Gold B | N/A | N/A | $500 | $500 |
| Z Plan | N/A | N/A | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Plans | Meals | Approx. Meals per Week | Flex | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navy A | 60 | 15 | $50 | $758 |
| Navy B | 48 | 12 | $80 | $613 |
| Navy C | 28 | 7 | $150 | $524 |
| Gold A | 16 | 4 | $50 | $290 |
| Gold B | N/A | N/A | $150 | $150 |
| Z Plan | N/A | N/A | $250 | $250 |
*The fall 2026 Meal Plan contract is not yet finalized. Details subject to change. For all the nuts and bolts, you may read the full menu plan contract.
What are “meals?”
Meals—or meal swipes—are used for admission to Monson Dining Center. Each visit uses one meal swipe, and once inside you can choose from the available dining options.
Unused meals expire at the end of each term.
What are Flex dollars?
Flex works like dining credit that you can use at Bethel dining locations. Use it for a meal at the 3900 Grill, coffee or food at Royal Grounds, or an additional visit to the Monson Dining Center.
Flex may also be used for Davanni’s delivery to campus. Call the Arden Hills location at 651.481.7100 after 4 p.m. and let them know you would like to pay with Bethel Flex.
If you run out of Flex, you can add more during the term at a 10% discount (Add $100 Flex, charged $90). Additional Flex is billed to your student account and expires at the end of the term. You must have an active meal plan to purchase additional Flex.
Students on the Gold C or Z Plan use Flex rather than meal swipes at Monson Dining Center.
Add Flex or ask about your account
What is the Z-Plan?
The Z-Plan is designed for student teachers and students in qualifying internships whose schedules or travel make regular use of Monson Dining Center difficult.
Instead of meal swipes, the plan provides Flex that can be used at Bethel dining locations. Eligibility is based on registration in a minimum number of applicable credits.
Contact Dining Services about Z Plan eligibility
Dietary needs
If you have food allergies or other dietary needs, our team can help you connect with available dining options and individualized support.
Learn about dietary accommodations
Questions?
We try to make meal plans as easy as possible, but we know they can be confusing. If you have questions, contact us at dining-services@bethel.edu.