• The initial minimum deposit for the plan is $50. No fees are associated.
  • The plan can be used year-round, and the funds never expire while employed at UAlbany.
  • The dining plan can be used at any dining location and vending machine that accepts the UAlbany ID Card.
  • For more information, view the Activity and Refund Policy.
  • The F/S Dining Plan is not a meal plan and does not qualify for tax-exempt status per New York State tax laws.
  • Bonus dollars will be added within 24 hours during normal business days.
  • Let the cashier know when electing to use your F/S Dining Plan to make sure any applicable discounts are applied.

Download the CBORD Mobile ID App to access numerous conveniences, such as:

  • Contactless payment at registers (dining and bookstore)
  • Mobile food ordering and payment for pick-up at most retail locations (separate app download initially required to access this feature – see information below)
  • No-swipe door access
  • Add a F/S Dining plan, other campus funds, deactivate a lost card, check fund balances etc.

How to download the CBORD Mobile App:

  1. Search "CBORD Mobile ID" in the App Store or Google Play
  2. Download
  3. Search for "UAlbany" 
  4. Login with NetID and password
  5. Create pin

The GET Food app allows for online food ordering at select Campus Center dining locations. Once downloaded, the GET Food app can be conveniently accessed via the CBORD Mobile ID app.

How to download the GET Food app:

  1. Search "GET Mobile" in the App Store or Google Play
  2. Download
  3. Order food via CBORD Mobile App or directly via GET Food App