BUDGETING RESIDENT MEAL PLAN DOLLARS

What is the Stay on Budget program?

The Stay on Budget program provides you with suggested guidelines, savings opportunities, budget chart and continuous updates on your balance. When selecting a meal plan, we provide you with weekly and daily suggested usage to help as well. Combo meal options are offered at all dining locations providing savings and value.

How should I budget my meal plan so I will not have too little/too much left towards the end of the semester?

For all residential meal plans, there is a budgeting chart available at www.campusdining .org and posted at each register. This chart shows you what your balance should be at the end of each week during the semester so that you will have a 0 balance at the end of the semester. Keep in mind that the amounts on the charts include both Campus Points & Flex Credits.

How can I check the balance of my meal plan?

The easiest way to check your balance is to go on-line at campusdining.org. You may also call the Meal Plan Office at (631)632-6517. Students may also ask for their balance at the register, however they will only tell you the balance of the tender you just used. For example, if you just bought an item at the SAC using Campus Points, the cashier will only tell you the Campus Points balance… keep in mind that you may also have Flex Credits! You can ask the cashier to re-swipe your card to show a balance for both tenders