Gopher GOLD vs. Dining Dollars

Gopher GOLD and Dining Dollars accounts both live on the U Card, but there are some distinct differences.

Feature Gopher GOLD Dining Dollars
Cash Equivalent $1.00 = $1.00 USD $1.00 = $1.00 USD
Tax Status Purchases Taxed Purchases Tax Free
Deposits
Rolls Over? Yes, as long as there is one transaction of $0.01 or more every 12 months. No, expires at the end of each spring semester.
Closing the Account Can close upon exit from University, $10 closure fee Cannot be closed

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 ✅ ❌ ✅ ❌
Passport Office ✅ ❌ ❌ ❌

*lost or replacement U Cards only