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.
These plans give our diners control and flexibility along with the best value for the dollar. All meal plans, flex and Cougar Dollars can be used at any Chatham dining location.
2025-2026 Meal Plan Options
plan options
Select a meal plan to view more details.
Upper Campus (Residence Halls)
Chatham 21 Meal Plan
This plan is required for all first-year residents and students who want to be able to come and go from Anderson and the EBC at Eden Hall and grab a bite at any time of the day or evening. This plan includes 21 meals per week for use in Anderson and $50 in flex for use in Café Rachel or Eastside Café. The cost is $3,502 per term for the academic year 2025-2026.
Chatham 14 Meal Plan
This plan is for active students who plan on taking most of their meals in Anderson. It includes 14 meals per week and $100 in flex dollars per term. The plan is structured so that a student has an average of two meals per day throughout the term. The cost is $2,775 per term for academic year 2025-2026.
Chatham 10 Meal Plan
This plan is for the student who does not always get out of bed and might miss breakfast or not be on campus during some of the meal periods. It includes 10 meals per week and $300 in flex dollars per term. This plan is structured to offer more flexibility. The cost is $2,350 per term for the academic year 2025-2026.
Lower Campus (Apartments & Commuters)
Apartment Premium Meal Plan
90 meals per term with an average of 6 meals per week and $500 in Flex Dollars. The cost per term for the academic year 2025-2026 is $1,800 per term.
Apartment Primary Meal Plan
60 meals per term with an average of 4 meals per week and $300 in Flex Dollars. The cost per term for the academic year 2025-2026 is $1,200 per term.
*Reminder: First-year students residing on campus are required to have the Chatham 21 meal plan. All commuter students are welcome to opt into any meal plan.
Commuter Only Plans
25 Meals for $275
50 Meals for $475
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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What are Cougar Dollars?
For those who want to add extra dining dollars to their cards, these are sold in blocks of $50. For every $50 in Cougar Dollars you purchase, you receive $55 to spend. Cougar Dollars roll over from term to term and year to year as long as you are a member of the Chatham community. Cougar Dollars can be purchased by anyone in the Chatham community with a valid ID, even if you do not have a meal plan.
What are Flex Dollars?
Flex dollars are included in each meal plan and can be used at any Chatham dining facility: Anderson Dining Hall at Shadyside, Cafe Rachel, EBC at Eden Hall, and Eastside Cafe.
Do I have to have a Meal Plan?
All first-year students must participate in the Chatham 21 Plan. All 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year students living on Chatham Upper Campus, must select from one of the three Shadyside Upper Campus plans.
All non-first-year Chatham Lower Campus Apartment residents must select an Apartment or Shadyside Upper Campus meal plan. Non-resident (commuter) students can select from any of the meal plans and participation is completely voluntary.
May I bring friends to Anderson or Eden Hall?
Students with a Chatham or Eden Hall Meal Plan may use 3 of their meals on guests.
Can I use more than one block per meal period?
No, but you can use Flex or Cougar dollars to pay for an additional meal.
How do I purchase a dining plan?
Residential students select a meal plan when completing their housing selection. They may also make a one-time change in meal plan selection during the first two weeks of the semester.
Can I use my meal plan or equivalency to purchase pre-packaged food?
We offer meal swipe purchases for our mobile order brands at Anderson Dining Hall & Café Rachel with meal exchange options also available at Café Rachel.
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.