What is a Meal Plan?
A Cooper Street Hospitality meal plan unlocks delicious meals, coffee, snacks, and more, at three locations across campus. Your plan includes meal swipes and Raptor Dollars, conveniently loaded onto your student ID. No need to carry additional cards or cash!
Meal Swipes
Meal Swipes give you access to the Raptor Dining Hall for your all-you-care-to-eat experience.
Raptor Dollars
Raptor Dollars may be used at any dining location for dollar-for-dollar purchases. Visit our locations page for location information, including dining hall menus and hours of operation.
Meal Plan Benefits
With your meal plan, you receive many benefits and perks, including:
- Quality food made fresh by our culinary team, with a variety of menu options personalized the way you like
- Healthy choices available all across campus
- Special events with themed meals and exclusive offers for meal plan members
- Casual atmosphere with wifi, TVs, music and lounge-style seating—perfect for studying or hanging out with friends.
- Dedicated True Balance Allergen Friendly station at Raptor Dining Hall.
- To-go meals: simply request a to-go box when you swipe in at any of our dining halls.
Managing Your Plan
There are three ways you can check your meal swipes and Raptor Dollar balance:
- On the Rutgers Meal plan portal: https://rcit.rutgers.edu/apps/gourmet/
- On your receipt after a purchase at any dining location
- Visit the Cooper Street Hospitality manager in any dining location.
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Key Dates
- First Day of Meal Plan Service: September 1, 2025