What is an (On Campus) Student Meal Plans? 

The ( On Campus) Student Meal Plan is for student who reside in our CSUB Housing on campus. This assigned meal plan is included in the tuition for CSUB Housing. The (On Campus) Meal Plan unlocks unlimited swipes at the AYCTE (All - You - Care - To - Eat) Residential Runner Cafe and $50 Dining Dollars to be used at our on-campus retail locations across CSUB campus, concessions stand for games, and campus Food Trucks. The meal swipes and dining dollars are added to your CSUB Runner ID Card and are deducted from your account each time you use them. So, there is no need to carry additional cards or cash! All students can change from their assigned plan to any of our other meal plan offers by September 23. You would need to let CSUB Housing or CSUB Dining Team by emailing them with your information. All dining dollars roll over to spring semester. All meal plans expire at the end of spring semester.

What is an (Off Campus) Metropolitan Meal Plan? 

The (Off Campus) Metropolitan Meal Plan is for student who reside off campus. This meal plan is students' choice to get an experience of having a meal plan that fits their needs and budget. The (Off Campus) Meal Plan is customizable to fit your needs. You can always add more dollars anytime throughout the semester. This meal plan can be used at our on-campus retail locations across CSUB campus, concessions stand for games, and campus Food Trucks. The meal swipes and DB dollars are added to your CSUB Runner ID Card and are deducted from your account each time you use them. So, there is no need to carry additional cards or cash! All dining dollars roll over to spring semester. All meal plans expire at the end of spring semester.

What is a Faculty Staff Metropolitan Meal Plan? 

The Faculty Staff Metropolitan Meal Plan is for CSUB Faculty and Staff on campus. This meal plan is Faculty Staff choice to get an experience of having a meal plan that fits their needs and budget. The Faculty Staff Meal Plan is customizable to fit your needs. You can always add more dollars anytime throughout the semester. This meal plan can be used at our on-campus retail locations across CSUB campus, concessions stand for games, and campus Food Trucks. The meal swipes and DB dollars are added to your CSUB Runner ID Card and are deducted from your account each time you use them. So, there is no need to carry additional cards or cash! All dining dollars roll over to spring semester. All meal plans expire at the end of spring semester.

When does my plan end? 

All Meal plans expire at the end of spring semester

Does my meal plan roll over from fall to spring semester?

Yes, any dining dollar remaining in fall semester will roll over to the spring semester.


Exchange

What if I lose my Student ID?

Report your Student ID to the RunnerCard office as soon as you notice it missing. Your remaining Metropolitan Meal Plan balance will transfer over to your new ID.

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
  • Casual atmosphere with wifi, TVs, and music - perfect for studying or hanging out with friends.

Managing Your Plan

Check your (On Campus) Student Meal Plan balance on your receipt after a purchase at any of our dining locations.

Download the Grubhub app and connect your account to your CSUB ID and CSUB campus. This option will allow you to check your balance in real time at your convenience. If you need assistance with this step there is a step - by - step guide for Grubhub on the Mobile Ordering tab. 

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Key Dates

  • Fall Meal Plans Begin: August 25
  • Spring Meal Plans Begin: January 19