Meal Plan Policy and Appeals
Meal Plan Contract
Residential Students
A meal plan is required as part of your housing contract and is based on your residence assignment.
You may select a meal plan when completing your online room and meal application.
Meal plans are non-transferable and are not intended for resale.
Commuter Students
Commuting students (not living in Longwood-managed residences) are not required to purchase a meal plan, but may select any plan of their choice.
Commuter meal plans are purchased on a semester-by-semester basis. Any bonus dollars from a fall semester plan will roll over to spring if a spring meal plan is purchased.
Appeal Procedures
If the meal plan change deadline has passed, the next time you can change your meal plan is the following semester.
If you have missed the deadline and have extenuating circumstances, please complete a Meal Plan Appeal Form (pdf) to request a change or drop your meal plan.
Submissions
Submit your form via email to lancercard@longwood.edu or in person in the Lancer Card & Campus Services, Eason 204.
Appeal Reviews
The Meal Plan Appeals Committee reviews and decides appeals on a weekly basis.
If approved, the committee can reduce or cancel the meal plan.
Appeals may be approved as long as the required supporting documentation is provided, for the following reasons:
- Special dietary or nutritional needs: Students are required to meet with Dining Services Staff to discuss available dining options prior to beginning the appeals process
- Religious restrictions or requirements: Students must provide documentation from a pastor, rabbi, priest or other religious authority from a recognized religion.
- Medical restrictions or requirements: Students must provide a letter from a licensed physician or certified counselor verifying illness or condition.
Students will be informed of the committee's decision in a timely manner.