MEAL PLANS
College life can be challenging, but dining should be effortless. That's why all students living on campus are required to participate in a meal plan.
Meal swipes are used to visit our expansive dining hall, where you can enjoy an
all-you-care-to-eat meal experience from 10+ stations.
Flex Dollars are loaded onto your Elmira ID card and function like a debit account.
They can be used for meals, snacks, and drinks at any campus dining location.
Flex Dollars carry over from term to term but expire at the end of the academic year. If
you run low, additional Flex Dollars can be added to your account at anytime by visiting
the business office!
2025-2026 Meal Plan Options
plan options
Select a meal plan to view more details.
ANYTIME ACCESS PLAN
Unlimited meal swipes and $1075 Flex Dollars per academic year.
$3448 per term, or $6,896 per year
COMMUTER PLAN A
125 meal swipes and $500 Flex Dollars per academic year
$765 for fall term / $765 for winter term / $398 for spring term
COMMUTER PLAN B
65 meal swipes and $475 Flex Dollars per academic year
$510 for fall term / $510 for winter term / $255 for spring term
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Who is required to have a meal plan?
In order to keep you fueled for success and foster
campus community, all Elmira students living on
campus are required to have the Anytime Access Plan,
which includes unlimited meal swipes and $1,000 Flex Dollars
Do my Flex Dollars expire?
Flex Dollars are distributed throughout the academic
year: $400 in Term I, $400 in Term II and $200 in Term
III. Unused Flex Dollars are forfeited at the end of the
spring term. There are no refunds on the Flex Dollars.
I have special dietary needs or restrictions. Is there anything for me to eat?
Yes! We understand the diverse needs of the Elmira
campus community and offer a variety of diet conscious
alternatives, such as vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free,
lactose-free and more at each location. Additionally,
all of our menu items are labeled with the top
9 allergens and our team has undergone rigorous
training to be able to safely serve and support unique
dietary needs. We encourage students to connect
with our management team for personalized support
and guidance!
Do students have input in the menu selections and events offered?
You bet! We have an easy-to-access QR code virtual
comment card for students to share feedback and
ideas. Our team reads each one and will respond back
to those with contact information.
On Campus Residents Plans
Plan A
21 Meal Swipes per week
+ $200 Meal Points per semester
21 meal swipes (all-you-care-to-eat or idealMEAL) per week plus $200 meal points to use for guest meals, retail locations and our market.
Required Plan for all residential First Years and Sophomores, also available to all Junior, Seniors and Commuters.
$3,495 per semester
Plan B
21 Meal Swipes per week
+ $200 Meal Points per semester
21 meal swipes (all-you-care-to-eat or idealMEAL) per week plus $200 meal points to use for guest meals, retail locations and our market.
Required Plan for all residential First Years and Sophomores, also available to all Junior, Seniors and Commuters.
$3,495 per semester
14 Meal Swipes per week
+ $200 Meal Points per semester
14 meal swipes (all-you-care-to-eat or idealMEAL) per week plus $200 meal points to use for guest meals, retail locations and our market.
Available to all Juniors, Seniors & Commuters. 2025-26 Rising Sophomores may also purchase this plan this year.
$3,095 per semester
Commuter Plans
Plan A
21 Meal Swipes per week
+ $200 Meal Points per semester
21 meal swipes (all-you-care-to-eat or idealMEAL) per week plus $200 meal points to use for guest meals, retail locations and our market.
Required Plan for all residential First Years and Sophomores, also available to all Junior, Seniors and Commuters.
$3,495 per semester
Plan B
21 Meal Swipes per week
+ $200 Meal Points per semester
21 meal swipes (all-you-care-to-eat or idealMEAL) per week plus $200 meal points to use for guest meals, retail locations and our market.
Required Plan for all residential First Years and Sophomores, also available to all Junior, Seniors and Commuters.
$3,495 per semester
14 Meal Swipes per week
+ $200 Meal Points per semester
14 meal swipes (all-you-care-to-eat or idealMEAL) per week plus $200 meal points to use for guest meals, retail locations and our market.
Available to all Juniors, Seniors & Commuters. 2025-26 Rising Sophomores may also purchase this plan this year.
$3,095 per semester
Staff Dining Services
Our staff members are an essential part of the Loyola community. Enjoy a variety of dining options, from quick lunches to catered events, designed just for you.