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.
All students living on campus are required to participate in a meal plan. We offer by-the-week plans and by-the-semester plans, both of which offer a set number of meal swipe options as well as meal plan points.
2025-2026 Meal Plan Options
plan options
Select a meal plan to view more details.
100 BLOCK PLAN
100 BLOCK PLAN
100 meals per semester +
$700 Bonus Bucks
4 guest passes per semester
17 BLOCK PLAN
17 BLOCK PLAN
17 meals per week +
$250 Bonus Bucks
8 guest passes per semester
12 BLOCK PLAN
12 BLOCK PLAN
12 meals per week +
$300 Bonus Bucks
8 guest passes per semester
ALL ACCESS PLAN
ALL ACCESS PLAN
All Access +
$100 Bonus Bucks
8 guest passes per semester
COMMUTER MEAL SWIPE OPTIONS
COMMUTER MEAL SWIPE OPTIONS
10 Meal Swipes: $90
25 Meal Swipes: $212.50
45 Meal Swipes: $371.25
55 Meal Swipes: $440
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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I have special dietary needs or restrictions. Is there anything for me to eat?
Yes! We understand the diverse needs of the North Central campus community and offer a variety of diet-conscious alternatives, such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, and more at every location.
Where can I use a meal swipe?
Meals can be used in Kaufman and late night at The Cage.
Can I purchase Bonus Bucks?
If you run out of Bonus Bucks, you can add additional funds that can be used at any of our North Central Dining locations. Flex Dollars can be added anytime using the GET app, at our main office located in Kaufman Dining Hall, or by contacting us. Flex Dollars expire upon graduation or after 12 months of inactivity.
Where can I use Bonus Bucks?
Bonus bucks can be used in any Parkhurst dining location on campus.
Do Bonus Bucks roll over?
Yes! Bonus Bucks carry over from Fall semester to Spring semester, but will be forfeited at the end of the academic year.
Who is required to have a meal plan?
In order to keep you fueled for success, all North Central students living on campus are required to have a meal plan.
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.