When will the 2019-2020 rates be available? How much do you expect the cost per semester to increase?
The rates are set by Student Life and are subject to Board of Trustee approval when the budgets are approved. As soon as the rates are approved, we will update the website. Please stay tuned!
Who can purchase a meal plan?
Meal plans are available for both resident students and students living off campus.
Where can I purchase a meal plan if I live off campus?
Via the Housing Portal on Trailhead.
When do meal plans start for Fall 2019?
Fall meal plans will start on August 16th at 7:00am for breakfast.
What is the most popular meal plan?
For incoming Freshman, the most popular meal plans are the Marble and the Marble Plus which both give the most access to Mines Market, our all-you-care-to-eat dining facility.
Do you have a full year calendar 2019-2020 where we can see when certain dining facilities will be closed?
Here are the dates that Mines Market will be closed during 2019-2020 Academic Year:
 
Nov 28-30 closed
Dec 1 closed for breakfast but open for lunch & dinner
Dec 13-31 closed
January 1-5 closed
January 6 closed for breakfast but open for lunch & dinner
March 21-28 closed
March 29 closed for breakfast but open for lunch
Note: May 7th is the last day for spring 2020 meal plans
How do I change my meal plan during the first week of school?
Meal plans can be changed during the first week of school by logging into Trailhead and going into the Housing Portal. After the first week of classes, meal plans cannot be changed until Spring semester.
What day and what time do weekly meal plans reset for the next week?
Weekly meal plans reset on Saturdays at midnight. Weekly meal plans do not carry over from week to week.
What is Munch Money and does Munch Money carry over from semester to semester?

Each meal plan comes with “Munch Money” which acts as campus dining cash and can be used at all dining locations on campus except for the student run Book & Brew in the Library.

Munch Money is only for each semester and does not carry over from semester to semester. 

What all can I use Munch Money on? Can I use it on non-food products in Elements?
Munch Money cannot be used to purchase non-food products in Elements, such as toiletries. Munch Money can be used for all food and beverage purchases on campus except for purchases at the Book & Brew in the Library.
I have special dietary needs. What can Mines Dining do for me?

Mines Dining makes every effort to accommodate a diverse array of dietary needs. We are happy to meet with you one on one. 

Contact Matthew Timmerman, Operations Director (303.384.2668).

How do the plans with meal exchanges work?
Meal exchanges are only available with the Granite (resident) and Bronze (commuter) meal plans. Those cardholders may use up to 5 meal swipes per week, which otherwise would be used at Mines Market. Meal exchanges are accepted at Subconnection, Einstein's Wow Cafe and Habaneros. Each participating location has approximately 3-4 pre-selected combos for the meal exchange program.
Do meals at Mines Market carry over from semester to semester?
Only the Agate and Double Agate meals carry over from Fall to Spring semester only. Meals do not carry over from Spring to Fall semester.
Can I use gift cards at Starbucks, Einstein’s and Jamba Juice?
Starbucks is the only location that redeems gift cards on campus.
Can I treat friends or family to a meal on my plan?
Yes, you can treat friends or family at any Mines Dining location using your Munch Money or using one of your guest meals at Mines Market. Your weekly meals are for your own use only.
What if I have classes during scheduled meal times?
A variety of campus dining options are available throughout the day. You may also get a to-go box at Mines Market.
Do any dining services on campus deliver to a student’s dorm room?
Currently no dining locations deliver to campus however, online gift packages are available for delivery to student’s Residence Halls. Visit: https://shop-minesdining.sodexomyway.com/
What should I do if I’m really sick, but need to eat soup and crackers or something of that nature?
Please contact Mines Market, 303-384-2202, for accommodations if you are ill and need a special meal. The team of chefs will work to prepare food for you.