A Comprehensive Guide to Campus Dining Options at Loras College
Loras College provides a diverse range of dining options to cater to the varied needs and preferences of its students. From traditional all-you-can-eat experiences to cozy cafes and a lively pub, there's something for everyone. This guide offers a detailed look at the dining venues available, meal plan options, and other essential information to help you navigate the culinary landscape at Loras.
Dining Venues at Loras College
Loras College offers several dining venues, each with a unique atmosphere and menu:
The Café: The main student dining hall operates on an all-you-care-to-eat basis for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It features a wide variety of options, including international entrees, a grill, a deli, and a salad bar. The Cafe also offers healthy and vegetarian options.
The PUB: Located in the Alumni Campus Center, the PUB is a popular spot to watch games with friends. It features flat-screen TVs and serves a sports bar menu. Alcohol is available in the evening hours and on weekends.
Einstein Bros. Bagels: Situated on the south side of campus, Einstein Bros. Bagels is a great place to meet up or study. It offers fresh bagels, baked bagel sandwiches, hearty soups, specialty salads, and gourmet coffee.
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Duhawk Market: Located next to the post office, the Duhawk Market is a convenient place to grab a snack before class and get your Starbucks On The Go!
Meal Plan Options
Loras College offers several meal plan options to suit different lifestyles and dietary needs. Your meal plan is accessible through your student ID; simply swipe your card at the designated locations. Meal plans reset at the end of each semester.
Dewey’s Daily Meal Plan: This plan provides eighteen meals per week to be used at the Café. It also includes $250 Duhawk Dollars, which can be used at Einstein Bros Bagels, the Duhawk Market, the Pub, and concessions. In addition, the plan includes three guest meals. This plan is available to first-year students.
Dewey’s Dining Meal Plan: This plan offers fifteen meals per week at the Café. It also includes $200 Duhawk Dollars for use at other dining locations and three guest meals. This plan is available to first-year students.
Traditional Dining Plan: Available to upper-class students living in Beckman, Binz, or Rohlman halls, this plan provides eight meals per week at the Café, along with $200 Duhawk Dollars and three guest meals. This plan is available to junior and senior students. All Loras students living in Beckman, Binz, or Rohlman halls are placed on a traditional dining plan.
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Duhawk Dollars
Duhawk Dollars are available to students on an active meal plan and can be used at Einstein Bros Bagels, the Duhawk Market, the Pub, and concessions. These dollars are non-transferable. Duhawk Dollars cannot be used during periods when the college is closed.
Housing and Meal Plan Requirements
All students living in traditional housing (Beckman, Binz, and Rohlman) are required to have a meal plan. First and second-year students are required to participate in either Dewey’s Daily Meal Plan or Dewey’s Dining Plan. Students living in alternative housing (Byrne Oaks, Lynch-McCarthy Apartments, Smyth Hall, or College-owned houses) receive a Loras Meal Plan included with their housing assignment but can upgrade to any other available meal plan at their request.
Important Policies and Information
- Meal Plan Changes: All meal plans will automatically be reassigned for the spring semester unless the residence life office is notified of a meal plan change application via Loras Residence Symplicity. Meal plans cannot be changed after the first Friday of the term during the fall and spring semesters.
- Non-Transferable and Non-Refundable: Meal plans are not transferable from one student to another, and any meals not eaten at the end of the semester are not transferable and are nonrefundable.
- Meal Availability: The meal contract entitles students to meals when classes are in session.
Cost of Attendance
Understanding both direct and indirect costs is crucial for budgeting your college expenses. Here's a breakdown of the costs associated with attending Loras College:
Tuition and Fees
- Tuition: The standard tuition rate per semester is $19,715 for 12 to 18 credits. Credits taken during the May term will be included in the spring full-time tuition rate. There will only be an additional tuition charge if the student is not registered full-time in the spring or fall or takes more than 36 credit hours between fall, May term, and spring combined.
- Student Activity Fee: This fee supports student organizations such as the College Activities Board (CAB), Student Senate, and student programming. Technology services are also included in this fee.
- Course Fees: Some courses may have an additional course fee that applies.
Housing Rates
Here's a breakdown of housing rates for various residence halls and apartments:
- Single
- 1870 Alta Vista: $5,706
- 776 Loras Blvd: $5,832
- 1920 Alta Vista: $5,832
- 810 Loras Blvd: $5,832
- 706 Angella: $5,832
- 820 Loras Blvd: $5,832
- 726 Angella: $5,404
- 830 Loras Blvd: $5,404
- 770 Angella: $5,396
- 840 Loras Blvd: $5,832
- 1381 Belmont: $5,832
- 860 Loras Blvd: $5,832
- 1395 Belmont: $5,832
- 870 Loras Blvd: $5,404
- 1816 Cox: $5,396
- 880 Loras Blvd: $5,832
- 1920 Cox: $5,404
- 870 Loras Blvd: $5,404
- 830 Kirkwood: $5,404
- 548 May Place: $5,396
- 840 Kirkwood: $5,404
- 655 W. 17 Street: $5,832
- 890 Kirkwood: $5,832
- 660 W. 17 Street: $5,832
- 908 Kirkwood: $5,832
- 705 W. 17 Street: $5,832
- 920 Kirkwood: $5,832
- 711 W. 17 Street: $5,396
- 930 Kirkwood: $6,032
- 725 W.
- Double
- Beckman: $6,286
- Binz: $6,000
- Rohlman: $5,460
- Suites
- Lynch-McCarthy Apts: $6,900*
- Beckman: $5,776^
- Beckman Premium: $6,200
- Binz: $5,250
- Byrne Oaks: $6,506*
- Rohlman: $5,250
- Smyth: $5,460*
- Apartments
- Byrne Oaks: $6,224*
- Smyth: $5,250**
*These housing assignments include the Loras Meal Plan
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^Indicates the rate that is used for an estimated cost on the financial aid award letter students receive. Students who choose a more expensive housing option will see an increase from the estimated amount on the award letter. Rates are effective from the summer 2025 term through the spring 2026 term.
Additional Expenses
Students may use their student account to purchase books.
Campus Life Beyond Dining
Loras College offers a vibrant campus life beyond its dining options. Arrive on campus three days early to familiarize yourself with campus, build relationships, and have fun! From traditional residence halls to apartment and house-style living, Loras offers a variety of living and learning options. Loras strives to make campus a safe, secure place for you to live, learn, and grow. Loras is a place where friendships turn into lifelong connections. Classmates who become business partners, professors who become mentors, and friendships that span the globe are familiar stories among our graduates. Our alumni network is a testament to the lasting bonds formed here. We’re not just a college; we’re a lifelong support system.
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