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Use your card

Your DalCard is your all-access pass to campus life. Use your DalCard at many on-campus shops and services. 

The convenience of one card on campus

Think of it like your debit card, library card, gym card, and access card—all in one.
For more information about using yourDalCardas your bus pass (UPass), visit theʲɱٱ.
Retail locations Services and building access
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Retail locations

AVֲ Bookstore

Visit any of thefor textbooks, school supplies,Dal Gear, and more.

TheBookstore offers 5% back on full-priced AVֲ-branded clothing and giftware purchases paid for with yourDalCard. These funds are deposited every Monday into your 5% Back (Bookstore) account and can be used for your next Bookstore purchase. 5% Back funds will not expire as long as your accountremainsactive. 

On-campus food and beverage

DalCardcan be used at the residence dining halls and campus retail food locations.

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Services and building access

Athletic facilities

YourDalCardwill be your membership and access card to the,, and athletic facilities.

Building access

YourDalCardmay also beyour key to access your academic and/or residence buildings.

Need access not currently on your card? 

  • Academicbuildings: contact your department/faculty administrator

Set your DalCard PIN

YourDalCardPIN is a numeric 4-digit code that is used for access to many buildings on campus.

Setting your PIN is easy: just log in to your DalCard account, select “Manage Campus ID” > “Change your card PIN."

Enter your 4-digit numeric PIN and enter it again.That’sit!

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Library services

You'llneed yourDalCardto sign out books from . You can also use yourDalCardto print and make photocopies at the libraries (see below).

On-campus services

These offices all accept yourDalCardfor select services and fees:

Printing and photocopying

Use yourDalCardto print and make photocopies at select printers on campus.Load money on your DalCard-no coins needed!

Find out more about self-serve printing options

Quick links

Frequently asked questions

Looking for information on DalCard or have a question? Check out these frequently asked questions to find your answer.
Frequently asked questions
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Terms and conditions

Using your DalCard comes with a set of terms and conditions. Find out more about the details of getting and using the card.
Terms and conditions
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Request a refund

Leaving AVֲ but have funds left on your DalCard account? You may be able to request a refund. Find out more.
Request a refund
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Contact us

Questions about DalCard or need support? Contact the DalCard office for assistance.
Contact our team
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