Meal Plans 101
For Chaps on the go, your meal plan is more than convenience—it’s your ticket to fresh, flavorful dining across campus. With chef-inspired menus, local ingredients, and sustainable practices, LCU Dining keeps you fueled for every part of campus life.
What is a Meal Plan?
A Meal Plan unlocks delicious meals, coffee, snacks, at multiple locations across campus. Your Meal Plan includes Meal Swipes and Munch Money, conveniently loaded onto your student ID. No need to carry additional cards or cash!
Your Meal Plan Access
Meal Swipes
Meal Swipes give you access to all-you-care-to-eat dining hall, offering variety of delicious and fresh options for every meal.
View Caf Hours & MenusMunch Money
Munch Money is prepaid funds that can be used at any campus dining location to conveniently purchase food, snacks, and beverages.
Add Munch MoneyCampus Dining Locations
View all locations and their hours.
Locations
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.
December 13th: Last Day to use your Meal Plan
Last day to use your fall meal plan.
January 11th: Dining Services Begin
Dining Services begins and you may start using your meal plan.
January 13th: Spring Classes Start
First day of the semester.
January 29th: Last Day to Downgrade
The last day to downgrade your spring meal plan.
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 dining at LCU. From how to get started to maximizing your benefits, you’ll find the answers you need right here.