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Osu Dining Dollars: Deposit Now & Enjoy Meals

By Olivia AllenJanuary 26, 2026

Are you a student at Ohio State University (OSU) looking to add funds to your dining dollars account? You're in the right place! In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the process of depositing funds into your dining dollars account, ensuring you never miss out on a meal due to insufficient balance.

Before we dive into the steps, let's briefly understand what dining dollars are. Dining dollars are a form of declining balance account that allows you to pay for meals and snacks at various dining locations across the OSU campus. Now, let's get started with the deposit process.

Depositing Funds Online

For your convenience, OSU offers an online portal for depositing funds into your dining dollars account. Here's how you can do it:

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1. Log in to the BuckeyeCash portal using your OSU login credentials.

Using a Credit or Debit Card

You can use a credit or debit card to add funds to your dining dollars account. Here's how:

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1. Once logged in, click on the 'Dining Dollars' tab.

2. Click on the 'Add Funds' button.

3. Select 'Credit/Debit Card' as your payment method.

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4. Enter the amount you wish to deposit and follow the prompts to complete the transaction.

Using an E-check

If you prefer to use an e-check, follow these steps:

1. After clicking on the 'Add Funds' button, select 'E-check' as your payment method.

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2. Enter the amount you wish to deposit and follow the prompts to complete the transaction.

Depositing Funds in Person

If you prefer to deposit funds in person, you can do so at the following locations:

Cashier's Office

The Cashier's Office is located in the Enarson Classroom Building. Here's how to deposit funds:

1. Visit the Cashier's Office during their operating hours.

2. Inform the cashier that you wish to deposit funds into your dining dollars account.

3. Provide your OSU ID number and the amount you wish to deposit.

4. Pay by cash, check, or credit/debit card.

Dining Services Office

The Dining Services Office is located in the Younkin Success Center. Here's how to deposit funds:

1. Visit the Dining Services Office during their operating hours.

2. Inform the staff that you wish to deposit funds into your dining dollars account.

3. Provide your OSU ID number and the amount you wish to deposit.

4. Pay by cash, check, or credit/debit card.

Remember, it may take up to 24 hours for funds to reflect in your dining dollars account after an online deposit. In-person deposits are usually instantaneous. Always keep track of your balance to ensure you have enough funds for your meals.

Now that you know how to deposit funds into your dining dollars account, you can enjoy your meals at OSU without any worries. Happy dining!