About the AppCard
The AppCard, Appalachian State University's photo ID card, is issued to all students and serves as campus identification. The AppCard Office is responsible for issuing all AppCards.
Getting an AppCard
- Students receive their first AppCard at Orientation.
- The general fees paid by students include the fee for the first AppCard.
- There is a nominal fee for replacement cards.
These cards are electronically encoded to provide access to campus events and facilities. The AppCard also provides access to Meal Plans and Campus Cash.
AppCard Features
The AppCard provides access to:
- Meal Plans
- Campus Cash
- Library checkouts
- Residence Halls
- Recreation facilities
- Intercollegiate events
- Many other services offered by Appalachian
Meal Plans vs. Campus Cash
| Meal Plan | Campus Cash | |
| Required for on-campus residential students | Yes | No |
| Purchase food items | Yes | Yes |
| Pay parking fees | No | Yes |
| Pay for printing | No | Yes |
| Make purchases at the University Bookstore | No | Yes |
| Add funds at any time | Yes | Yes |
| Refundable | No | Yes* |
For information about refunds, please visit the Refund Procedures page.