Gopher GOLD is money you can add to your U Card to make purchases all over campus using your U Card. The Gopher GOLD Account is the University of Minnesota declining balance account on the U Card — it is not a bank account.
- $1.00 in Gopher GOLD is equivalent to $1.00 in US Currency
- You do not need to sign up for your Gopher GOLD account. It is already available on your U Card
- You must have money in your account to spend it. You cannot overdraft or go negative. You can store up to $1000 in your Gopher GOLD account.
- Gopher GOLD is not just for students; staff and faculty can use it too!
Resources
Where to Use Financial Accounts on the U Card
| Outlet | Gopher GOLD | Meal Plan | Dining Dollars | Student Account |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer/Print Labs | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| SUA Convenience Stores | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Bowling Alleys/Gamerooms | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Library Printing | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Information Desks | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Copy & Print Centers | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| M Food Co. Locations | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| U of M Bike Center | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Vending Machines | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Weisman Art Shop | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| University Bookstores | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| U Card Office | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅* |
| Postal Stations | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Residential Dining Halls | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Dining at Northrop | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Campus Club (Lunch) | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
*lost or replacement U Cards only