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Meal Plans

Practical and Convenient

Fuel your success with flexible meal plans designed to fit your busy college lifestyle. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite between classes or enjoying a sit-down meal with friends, our dining options ensure you're never far from delicious, nutritious food.

Additional Meal Plan Info

Meal Plan Information

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: Meal Swipes vs Dining Dollars?

    Meal Swipes: For use at the Lakeside Dining Hall. One swipe = One meal

    Dining Dollars: Can be used at any on-campus retail dining location. (Including Lakeside Dining Hall, Lakeside Wild Wings, The Grind, Sub Stand, and Chick-Fil-A Express)

  • Q: Do unused meal swipes and Dining Dollars carry forward to the next semester?

    Semester Plans: No. Unused meal swipes are forfeited each week and do not carry forward to spring. Unused Dining Dollars do carry f0rward.

    Commuter/Block plans: Yes. Unused Meal Swipes and Dining Dollars from Fall semester carry forward to Spring semester and expire at the end of that Spring semester.

  • Q: Where can I purchase meal plans?

    You have two options:

    • Purchase online  at https://lakercard.clayton.edu/
    • Purchase in-person at the LakerCard Center in Edgewater Hall. You may use credit/debit or cash for in-person purchases.
  • Q: How do I access the Lakeside Dining Hall?

    You will need your LakerCard to use your meal plan. Visit the LakerCard Center in Edgewater Hall if you don’t have a LakerCard or need a replacement card.

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