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.
At Washington & Jefferson College, dining is integral to the residential college experience and plays an important role in helping students make connections, form communities, and learn from their food and consumption.
2025-2026 Meal Plan Options
plan options
Select a meal plan to view more details.
Unlimited Meal Plan
$3,369 per semester | Unlimited meals in The Commons + One meal in retail per day
19 Meal Plan
$3,163 per semester | 19 meals per week
Required for First Year Students for the entire academic year.
15 Meal Plan
$3,023 per semester | 15 meals per week
12 Meal Plan
$2,926 per semester | 12 meals per week
10 Meal Plan
$2,855 per semester | 10 meals per week
19 Meal Plan + $400 JayCash
$3,338 per semester | 19 meals per week + $200 JayCash per semester
15 Meal Plan + $400 JayCash
$3,198 per semester | 15 meals per week + $200 JayCash per semester
12 Meal Plan + $400 JayCash
$3,101.50 per semester | 12 meals per week + $200 JayCash per semester
10 Meal Plan + $400 JayCash
$3,030.50 per semester | 10 meals per week + $200 JayCash per semester
50 Commuter Plan
More information coming soon.
25 Commuter Plan
More information coming soon.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Can I save up meals and use them the following week?
Unused meals do not carry forward from week to week.
Can I bring a guest?
All Meal Plans will have 5-guests meals loaded which can be used for any guest joining the meal plan holder. No other meals swipes may be used for anyone other than the individual meal plan holder.
Are there options for me to eat if I have an allergy?
We want our guests to feel confident that their special dietary needs are met with easy access to nutritional information. Our dietitians play a significant role in ensuring our menu items comply with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals, and are committed to improving the nation's health.
Whether you've made a lifestyle choice or have specific dietary needs, it shouldn't stop you from enjoying our food. We offer a variety of food options for special diets, including guests with food allergies. Our allergy program provides accurate labeling of food products, prepared by a culinary team that is knowledgeable about food allergies and sensitivities.
We're here to serve you! Please reach out to our management team about your needs and we'll do our absolute best to meet them. Please reach out to notify us of your needs. We will be happy to assist you!
Who is required to have a meal plan?
In order to keep you fueled for success and foster campus community, all W&J students living on campus are required to have a meal plan.
Can I take a meal from The Commons Dining Hall to go?
Yes! If you'd rather enjoy your meal outside of the dining hall, you can use the provided reusable container options to take your meal wherever you like!
Can I change my plan after the semester starts?
Meal plans at W&J can be adjusted by when the add/drop period ends during each semester.
What if I run out of JayCash?
JayCash can be purchased and loaded to a student's account throughout the semester for easy and convenient campus dining purchases in $250 increments with a 10% bonus!
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.