UBCO Meal Plans
Let UBCO take the stress of meal planning, shopping and cooking from you through one of our convenient Meal Plan options!
Having a meal plan has many advantages, but most importantly it means you’ll be sharing great meals
with friends in a caring environment where diversity, well-being, and community matter.
Eating Together
Improves self-esteem, academic success, nutrition, happiness and more.
Save Time & Energy
Focus on studying, making friends & getting involved in your new community.
Lighten your Load
No need to plan, shop, prep & clean up meals.
Nutritional Support
Healthy eating tips, dietary preference and allergen guidance from from our RD.
Great Food
High-quality & wholesome ingredients guided by our Food Values.
10+ Locations
Convenient locations on and off campus, for Flex dollars.
All-Access Meal Plan
UBC is proud to offer an all-you-care-to-eat meal plan to students!
For around $32 a day, students have unlimited access to Pritchard Dining Hall — letting them eat what they want, as often as they want, without worrying about cost — while also offering Flex Dollars to use with on- and off-campus dining partners! So, if you eat at Pritchard for all your meals (plus snacks in between), thats less than $10 a meal – for as much as you care to eat!
Who is it for?
This meal plan is mandatory for students in single-connected units (Cassiar, Nicola, Purcell, Kalamalka, Valhalla, Skeena and Nechako) and Similkameen Place.
And it’s optional for all other students.
Where can it be used?
When is it available?
Late August – Late April
How does it work?
Students swipe their student card upon entering Pritchard Dining Hall and have unlimited access to everything being served. They can enter as often as they wish (without limits) seven days a week. All-Access meal plan holders can also use the Flex Dollars portion of their meal plan at other UBCO Food Service locations, as well as on- and off-campus partners, vending, and print services!
- If you live in a residence with the All-Access Meal Plan (see above), you are already signed up as part of your Housing Contract, and the meal plan fees are included in your housing fees.
- If you would like to purchase an optional meal plan, use your CWL to log into the Online Service Centre and navigate to the Food Services tab.
Fees
The All-Access Meal Plan is costs $7,283.18 (roughly $32 a day), and is composed of two separate accounts; the All-You-Care-to-Eat (AYCTE) and Flex Dollars.
- The AYCTE portion costs $6,881.78, and offers students unlimited access to Pritchard Dining Hall during operating hours. This portion of the plan is GST-exempt.
- Flex Dollars: As part of the All-Access Meal Plan, diners get $401.40* as Flex dollars, which can be used for purchases at other UBCO Food Service locations, on- and off-campus partners, vending, and print services. This portion of the All-Access Meal Plan is taxable. Visit food.ok.ubc.ca/feed-me/ for a list of all available dining locations.
- Meal plans are available for purchase throughout the Winter Session and costs will be pro-rated based on purchase date.
* Half is available for use in the fall semester, and the remaining becomes available in January.
Terms and Conditions
- All UBC students are issued a UBC student identification card (the “UBCcard”). Your UBCcard is your meal card. You must present your UBCcard at the entry to Pritchard Dining Hall to gain access to AYCTE dining. You must also use your UBCcard to purchase items using the Flex Plan at the point of sale in other eligible dining locations.
- You are responsible for obtaining a UBCcard prior to your first meal in residence. If you are a returning student and already have a UBCcard, your card will be automatically activated as your meal card prior to your arrival at residence.
- It is your responsibility to have your UBCcard with you at all transactions. If you do not have your UBCcard, you will not be allowed entry to Pritchard Dining Hall or to make purchases on your Residence Meal Plan with Flex Dollars. A picture of your UBCcard is not sufficient to make a purchase; the physical card is required.
- You are responsible for the security of your UBCcard and student number. Keep your student number confidential. Treat your card like cash and keep it in a safe place at all times. You are responsible for all use made of this card and for any indebtedness arising from such use. If your UBCcard is lost or stolen, you must immediately:
- Report the lost or stolen UBCcard to the Student Information and Services Office in the University Centre; and
- Suspend your Meal Plan Account online at https://secure.housing.ubc.ca. If your UBCcard is found later, you can also remove the suspension.
Refunds:
Term One Only Meal Plan Refunds (Aug. 30, 2025 to Dec. 20, 2025) are available up to November 29, 2025.
Winter Session Meal Plan Refunds (Aug. 30, 2025 to April 26, 2026) & Term Two Only Meal Plan Refunds (Jan. 4, 2026 to April 25, 2026) are available up to March 30, 2026.
At the end of the Term:
- No portion of AYCTE funds are refundable.
- Any remaining Flex Dollars will be automatically placed in a Carryover Plan. The Carryover Plan can be used for future on-campus food purchases, but is 100% non-refundable and cannot be redeemed for cash and/or applied as payment to any other UBC Food Services accounts. Once in the Carryover Plan, these funds do not expire.
If you do not wish to have your Flex Dollars rolled into a Carryover Plan, you may request a refund in writing to information@housing.okanagan.ubc.ca within seven (7) days of the the end of term. There is a $50 administration fee for refunds, and a minimum refund amount of $100.
You are required to abide by the following rules and conduct standards at the Dining Hall and other dining areas on campus.
A diner found responsible for any of the following may be subject to residence standards actions, compensation to UBC Food Services, a fine, and/or referral to campus security:
- Any diner who facilitates access (e.g., opening a locked door) or otherwise provides unauthorized entry to Pritchard Dining Hall for another individual without payment.
- All food and beverages obtained from Pritchard Dining Hall must be consumed within Pritchard Dining Hall. Food is not to be removed from the dining hall unless it is specifically identified as being available for takeout.
- Dishes, glasses, mugs and cutlery are not to be removed from UBC Food Services locations. The loss of these items increases your cost and is an inconvenience to others.
- All individuals must wear clean, appropriate clothing in UBC Food Services locations (shirt, shorts, pants or skirt, and shoes). Pajamas, slippers, bathrobes, muddy cleats, and dirty athletic wear are not permitted.
- Misuse of your UBCcard or student number, which includes permitting anyone else other than yourself from using your UBCcard or student number for any reason.
- Removal of any items or property from a UBC Food Services facility without payment or authorization.
- Damage to UBC Food Services property or equipment.
- Consumption of food in dining locations other than the Dining Hall prior to payment.
- Failure to follow hygiene or safety rules.
- Food must be handled in a safe and sanitary manner; no direct contact with food that you are not personally consuming, and only touching the handles of serving utensils.
- Alcohol is not permitted in any UBC Food Services location.
- UBC Food Services staff may refuse to serve any individuals that appear to be under the influence of alcohol, cannabis or illegal drugs, or who are acting in a disruptive or threatening manner and may ask those individuals to leave the Dining Hall. If you are asked to leave, you must comply with such request immediately. Please speak to your Residence Life Manager if you have any questions or concerns.
- The use of skateboards, in-line skates, et cetera, are prohibited UBC Food Services locations. Bicycles may not be brought into any UBC Food Services dining areas at any time.
Q: When is this meal plan available?
- Through both the fall and spring terms!
Q: How does the fee structure work?
- See “Fees” above.
Q: How do the Flex Dollars work?
Students have $402.75 from their all-access meal plan allocated to Flex Dollars for the year.
$201.37 is available for use in the first (fall semester), and the remaining $201.38 is available when students make their final payment instalment in January.
To learn more about where you can use Flex Dollars, head here.
Q: Can I opt out of this meal plan?
- If you are in a single connected building or Similkameen Place, this meal plan is mandatory.
Q: I have a dietary restriction. Will there be enough for me?
Pritchard offers a range of options that takes into account the needs and preferences of a wide variety of diners. Made-without-gluten and plant-based options are available at every station, and all unprocessed chicken is halal. Diners can utilize Nutrislice to learn more about the ingredients found in each meal, or reach out to our dietitian.
Diners with serious allergies or multiple restrictions should contact Food Services or Student Housing to discuss their dietary needs, and to determine if all-access dining is suitable for them.
Q: What are the restrictions to dining at Pritchard under this meal plan?
- None! You can enter as often as you like when Pritchard is open (from early until late, seven days a week) and enjoy all-you-care-to-eat dining!
Q: I have more questions about Pritchard Dining Hall
- Visit this page here.
All-Access Swipe Plan
Plan on eating often at Pritchard Dining Hall? Not eligible for the Mandatory Meal Plan, or not interested in the Optional Meal Plan? The Swipe Plan might be for you!
Who is it for?
Students who are not on the mandatory meal plan, as well as faculty, staff and visitors.
Where can it be used?
Pritchard Dining Hall.
When is it available?
September to April.
How does it work?
Diners who are not part of the mandatory Meal Plan have the option of purchasing a set number of meals. Each time they enter Pritchard, a meal is deducted. Top up at any time. Swipes can be used during any meal period (*non-refundable)
- 25 Swipes = $427.50 + GST (5% discount)*
- 50 Swipes = $810 + GST (10% discount)*
- 75 Swipes = $1,147.50 + GST (15% discount)*
Optional Meal Plans and Swipe Plans can be purchased using the Online Service Centre.
- Can only be used during the academic year (September through April) for which the card has been purchased.
- Any unused swipes will expire at the end of the winter semester (last day of operations at Pritchard).
- The Swipe Plan is non-refundable.
Pritchard Walk-in Rates
Pritchard Dining Hall is open to all! You don’t have to be a student to enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat meal! Walk-in door rates are as follows, and can be paid using cash, credit, debit, or your Swipe plan:
Breakfast: $14
Lunch: $18
Dinner $21
Convenience Plan
A fast and convenient way to enjoy all the amazing food options on campus
Who is it for?
UBC students, staff and faculty: Anyone with an active UBCcard!
Where can it be use?
All UBCO Food Service locations, and On- and Off-Campus Partners (see terms and conditons for details)
How does it work?
Start by loading $5 or more through the online service centre, then save 5% on food and beverages at UBCO Food Service locations. It can also be used for purchases at Campus Partners, printing and vending at regular prices. Top up your balance online or at any UBC Food Services location.
Sign up here.
- Plan is non-transferrable.
- Card holder is responsible for all transactions made on the card and for any indebtedness arising from such use.
- UBC Food Services reserves the right to withdraw any or all card privileges.
- Dollars do not expire. Refunds subject to $50 administration fee. Refunds take 4–6 weeks to process.
- Information is kept confidential in compliance with the Freedom Of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
- The 5% discount only applies to food and beverage purchases at UBCO Food Service locations
Nutritional Support
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Ask a Question
Students and parents can email our Registered Dietitian with food or nutrition questions.
