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Meal Plans

Meal plan pricing

Meal Plan Prices Per Semester

GREEN Unlimited and $90 LDD

$3715

GOLD 240 Meals and $425 LDD

$3715

WHITE 150 Meals and $950 LDD

$3715

GREEN Unlimited and $90 LDD

$3540

GOLD 240 Meals and $425 LDD

$3540

WHITE 150 Meals and $950 LDD

$3540

GREEN Unlimited and $90 LDD

$3385

GOLD 240 Meals and $425 LDD

$3385

WHITE 150 Meals and $950 LDD

$3385

GREEN Unlimited and $90 LDD

$3225

GOLD 240 Meals and $425 LDD

$3225

WHITE 150 Meals and $950 LDD

$3225

Notes
  • All prices are "per semester".
  • Laker Dining Dollars amounts are for the semester and are included in the price of the meal plan.
  • Residential Dining Laker Dining Dollars balances only roll with the purchase of a Spring semester Residential Dining Plan.
  • First-year students will automatically be provided the GREEN Unlimited plan but can choose any of our meal plans.
  • Laker Dining Dollars balances roll from Fall to Spring only.
  • Balances left at the end of the spring semester do not roll to summer and cannot be refunded.
Reduction Schedule

If a student withdraws, a reduction in charges follows the schedule below based on a review of the housing license termination date.

From ToReduction in Charge
01/01/2501/23/25

100%

01/24/2501/26/25

Pro-Rated

01/27/2502/02/25

Pro-Rated

02/03/2502/09/25

70%

02/10/2502/16/25

50%

02/17/2502/23/25

30%

Meal Prices for 2024-2025

 CashLaker Dining Dollars
Breakfast$12.45$11.45
Lunch/Brunch$14.00$13.00
Dinner$15.90$14.75
Late Night$14.00$13.00

Meal plans

Green

Includes:

  • Unlimited Meals - Offers superior value, variety and access to all meals.
  • $90 Dining Dollars
  • 7 Any Time Meals each semester

Cost: $3,715 per semester

Gold

Includes:

  • 240 Meals per Semester
  • $425 Dining Dollars
  • 7 Any Time Meals each semester

Cost: $3,715 per semester

White

Includes:

  • 150 Meals per Semester
  • $950 Dining Dollars
  • 7 Any Time Meals each semester

Cost: $3,715 per semester

 

Notes: Balances of Laker Dining Dollars accounts that come with the Residential Dining Plans only roll from the Fall to the Spring with the purchase of a Spring semester Residential Dining Plan. There is no rollover from Spring semester to Summer or Fall semesters. Unused dollars are not refundable. No alcohol may be purchased with Laker Dining Dollars.

Meal Plan Changes

Last Day to adjust your Spring 2025 meal plan is February, 14th 2025.

Please check MyOswego to see which meal plan you are being billed for before requesting a meal plan change.

Meal Plan Change Form 

Questions about meal plans?  Please send an email to: [email protected]

Room and board agreement

 

Meal Plan Exemption Requests

All students residing on campus are required to participate in a meal plan. However, we understand that there may be instances where students may require alternative meal options.

To request a meal plan exemption, the student must fill out the meal plan waiver request form and submit all documents that are required. 

*Please note, students are not guaranteed exemption from the meal plan requirement. Exemptions are only made if Oswego Dining cannot accommodate the restriction.

Purpose: This policy establishes the guidelines and process for students requesting a waiver from the mandatory meal plan for students who live on campus.

 

Waivers will not be granted for the following
  • Busy schedule
  • Food preferences (likes/dislikes)
  • Vegetarian/vegan diets
  • Lactose intolerance
  • Top 9 food allergy
  • Gluten free diets
Students with food allergies or medical dietary needs

Students with food allergies or medical dietary needs should contact Ali Olsen RD, CDN at [email protected] or 315-312-3284 before requesting a meal plan waiver.  In rare cases, where there is a medical, religious or dietary requirement that Oswego Dining cannot accommodate students may request to be waived from the meal plan.

Procedures
  • Students requesting a waiver from the meal plan must fill out the meal plan waiver request form and submit proper supporting documents. This can be submitted here.
  • Waivers will not be considered until all documentation has been provided
  • An email to your oswego.edu account will be sent once all documents have been received.
  • A decision will be made within 3 weeks of all documents being submitted.
  • Meal Plan Waiver requests will be accepted during the following time frames:
    • Fall Semester - Final Submission date is the last day to drop a class as defined in the College Calendar.
    • Spring Semester - Final submission date is the last day to drop a class as defined in the College Calendar.
  • Meal plan waivers submitted after the deadlines will be considered for the following semester.
  • A new meal plan waiver and supporting documents MUST be submitted at the start of each fall semester.
  • The meal plan waivers will be reviewed by the Meal Plan Exemption Committee and the student will be contacted with a decision within 3 weeks. Decisions will be emailed to the student's oswego.edu email. The committee may contact the medical provider during the review to clarify any questions.
  • If a meal plan waiver request is granted the student will get a credit to their account.
  • Meal Plan Exemption requests are not granted solely on a student’s status of being a vegetarian/vegan or due to a student’s food preferences.
  • Please note, Oswego Dining Services does provide meal options for students who are on special diets and have food allergies.  If it is found that your dietary restrictions CAN be met by Oswego Dining, you are required to meet with the Registered Dietitian and dining hall manager to determine an appropriate menu within 10 business days of receiving the final notice.

Type of Meal Plan Exemption Requests

Medical Dietary Request

This exemption type is considered for students with documented medical disability(ies) that drastically affect the student’s ability to eat from on-campus food locations and requires accommodations that Oswego Dining cannot provide

If the exemption request is for Medical Dietary Restriction, the following information must be provided and submitted directly to the Registered Dietitian:

  • Medical documentation must be from a licensed medical physician submitted on letterhead, typed, dated and signed
  • Statement of diagnosis, and date of onset
  • An explanation of why Oswego dining can’t meet the students' medical or dietary restrictions
  • The alternative plan recommended for the student and how they will eat throughout the year
  • An estimated length of time this treatment will be necessary

Please note, Oswego Dining Services does provide meal options for students who are on special diets and have food allergies. If it is found that your dietary restrictions CAN be met by Oswego Dining, you are required to meet with the Registered Dietitian and dining hall manager to determine an appropriate menu within 10 business days of receiving the final notice.

Religious Exemption Request

This exemption type is considered for students who are committed to practicing a religion that requires a restricted diet.

Students applying for Religious Dietary Observance exemption must do the following:

  • Submit a letter outlining:
    1. The significance of the religious dietary observance
    2. What food/food items must be avoided
    3. Upload a letter from the religious leader with specific details regarding the religion and dietary restrictions.
    4. A written plan of how the student will eat throughout the year, should an exemption be granted. 
Other Exemption Request
  • A written letter explaining why a request is being made.
  • Any supporting documents to show need for a request
  • A written plan of how the student will eat throughout the year

Block Plans

Perfect option for off-campus students, village residents, faculty and staff. 

10 Meals = $125

20 Meals + $30 Dining Dollars = $250 

50 Meals + $100 Dining Dollars = $650

Purchasing Block Meals

You have multiple convenient options to purchase block meals:

  1. Online:
    Purchase block meals online quickly and securely by filling out the Block Meals Order Form.
  2. Visit Us in Person:
    Stop by the ID & Meal Plan Office located in 503 Culkin Hall.
  3. Call Us:
    Reach us at (315) 312-2588 for assistance.
How it works

What Does 1 Swipe Get You?
Each swipe equals 1 block meal, which can be used for:

  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Global Faire, or Late Night options.

Enjoy your meals at any of our Resident Dining Centers:

  • Lakeside Dining Center
  • Copper Dining Center
  • Pathfinder Dining Center

Laker Dining Dollars, can be used at a variety of locations:

  • Retail Dining Operations: Marano Campus Center, Fusion Cafe, Rich N' Pour Cafe, Lake Effect Cafe, Refresh 2.0
  • College Store in Lanigan Hall
  • Resident Dining Centers: Lakeside, Copper, Pathfinder
Important Information
  • Meal balances from Block Meal purchases rollover from fall to spring semester.
  • Block Meal balances and Laker Dining Dollars do not roll over from the spring semester to the fall semester. Balances must be used by spring Commencement.
  • Block Meals and Laker Dining Dollars are New York State tax-exempt and therefore non-refundable.
  • Questions?  Please email: [email protected]

Laker Dining Dollars

Laker Dining Dollars is a declining balance account that can be used in the Retail Dining locations and to order food for delivery from off campus vendors via GETFOOD.

Students, Faculty and Staff can Add Laker Dining Dollars online with a credit card.

Benefits of Laker Dining Dollars
  • Immediate 5 percent bonus added to all deposits $25 and higher and no 8 percent sales tax! That is a total potential savings of 13 percent!
  • Convenience and security. Your SUNY Oswego photo ID accesses your plan. No more fumbling for cash while juggling food.
  • Just present your SUNY Oswego photo ID and your purchase will be deducted from your balance. Accounts opened with as little as $10.
  • ID & Meal Plan Services Office accepts cash, credit cards or check deposits Mon-Thur, 8 am - 6:30 pm and Fri 8 am - 4:30 pm all semester.
  • Flexibility. Laker Dining Dollars is built in to all residential meal plans.
  • Choices. Choose from our on campus Retail Dining locations.
  • Order Pie Guys Pizzeria & Fish Fry, Oswego Sub Shop and Wonzones Calzones via GET Food and have it delivered to your on or off campus address beginning at 7pm daily.
  • Fajita Grill accepts Laker Dining Dollars via GET Food for dine in or take out at their store beginning at 5pm daily.
Off-campus students

The Laker Dining Dollars is perfect for you! You don't have to eat ramen noodles and macaroni & cheese just because you live off campus. Have a look in our fridge for a real meal.

Choices

Retail Dining Operations

  • Marano Campus Center (Crossroads Grille, Laker Express Market, Cutting Board, Palates, Refresh 2.0)
  • Fusion Cafe (Shineman Center)
  • Rich N° Pour Cafe (Rich Hall)
  • Lake Effect Café (Penfield)

Resident Dining Centers

  • Lakeside Dining Center
  • Cooper Dining Center
  • Pathfinder Dining Center

College Store

  • Lanigan Hall (103A)

Off Campus 

Laker Dining Dollars may be used for the purchase amount of any regularly priced item delivered on or off campus, from The Pies Guys, Oswego Sub Shop, Wonzones, as well as dine-in or carry out at Fajita Grill.

How to Open an Account
  • Use the secure portal - Laker Dining Dollars Order From, on our website to open and account or increase your balance any time 

  • Stop in the ID & Meal Plan Office, 503 Culkin Hall, or Call: (315) 312-2588

Important Information
  • Individually purchased Laker Dining Dollar balances rollover from fall to spring semester.
  • Laker Dining Dollar balances do not roll over from the spring semester to the fall semester. Balances must be used by spring Commencement.
  • Dining Dollars are New York State tax exempt and therefore non-refundable.
  • Unused dollars are not refundable.
  • No alcohol may be purchased with Laker Dining Dollars.
  • Auxiliary Services and the University are not liable for any charges incurred if an ID is lost and used by another.

Questions?  Please email: [email protected]

Guest Meals

Guest Meals are available for purchase when a student wants to treat a guest, parent, or friend to an all-you-care-to-eat meal in a Resident Dining Center.

These meals may be purchased at the cashier station in the Resident Dining Center (Cooper, Lakeside and Pathfinder) with cash or check or at the ID & Meal Plan Office in 503 Culkin with cash, check and credit/debit cards.

Prices for Guest meals
  • 3 Guest Meals $39.00

Minimum purchase per transaction is 3 meals.
Maximum purchase per transaction is 6 meals.
You may purchase Guest Meals anytime, as many times as needed during the semester.

Terms
  • The guest must be accompanied by the meal plan holder.
  • Guest meal balances roll from Fall to Spring semester provided a Residential meal plan is purchased for Spring semester.
  • Guest meals must be used by Spring Commencement.
  • Guest meal balances and usage may be tracked using Laker LookUp.
  • Guest meals are to be used for guests only. Students cannot purchase guest meals and use them for themselves as way of supplementing their meal plans.
  • Guest meals are not to be used during the summer.

Questions?

Please email: [email protected]