Meal Plans 101
Having a meal plan means more than just convenience - it's your key to enjoying craveable meals across campus. With chef-inspired menus, local ingredients, and sustainable practices, your dining experience is as dynamic as campus life.
What is a Meal Plan?
A Meal Plan unlocks delicious meals, coffee, snacks, and more, at 3 locations across campus. Your Meal Plan includes Meal Swipes and Lyons Bucks, conveniently loaded onto your student ID. No need to carry additional cards or cash!
Your Meal Plan Access
Meal Swipes
Meal Swipes are used to access all-you-care-to-enjoy dining at Chase Commons.
Lyons Bucks
Lyons Bucks are declining balance funds that can be used at any campus dining location to conveniently purchase food, snacks, and beverages.
Don't Miss These Dates
Mark your calendar! Each semester, important dates like the start of meal plan usage, when to make changes, and deadlines for billing and sign-ups keeps your plan running smoothly.
Jan. 10: Check-In for the Spring 2026 Semester
January 19 & 20
Jan. 20: Spring 2026 Course Add/Drop/Audit Period Begins
Dining Services begins and you may start using your meal plan.
Jan. 21: Spring 2026 Classes Begin
Jan. 30: Spring 2026 Course Add/Drop Period Ends
Hungry For More Info?
Find the perfect meal plan, explore flexible options, or get oriented with your campus dining experience.
Find Your Fit
Use our recommendation tool to find the perfect meal plan that matches your campus needs.
Find Your Perfect PlanMeal Plan Options
Choose from a variety of meal plans designed to provide flexibility and convenience for everyone.
Browse Meal PlansMeal Plan Orientation
Explore your campus dining experience with a guide to dining halls, featured locations, and more.
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Dine With Confidence!
Manage your meal plan with ease. Learn how to check your balance and set alerts.
Meal Plan FAQs
Have questions about your Meal Plan? Our FAQs are here to help you learn everything you need to manage your plan and make the most of campus dining. From how to get started to maximizing your benefits, you’ll find the answers you need right here.