Add some flavor to your summer stay at University Center! We have an onsite all-you-can-eat cafeteria called “The Caf” and a grab-and-go convenience store – The Market. Both are open daily serving meals, Starbucks Coffee, and home essentials. During your stay, we offer meal plans and Flex dollars to be redeemed at The Caf and Market.
Dining Center Hours* | May 1 - June 13* | June 14 - August 24* |
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Monday - Friday | B: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM L: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM D: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | B: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM L: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM D: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
Weekends & Holidays | Brunch: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM D: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Brunch: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM D: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
*Hours are subject to change based on summer demand |
Market Hours | May 1 - June 13* | June 14 - August 24* |
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Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM | 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
Weekends & Holidays | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
Meal Plans
All Suite-Style floor plans include a required minimum meal plan of 10 meals per week at The Caf and has been calculated in your total housing cost. Our Apartment-Style floor plans do not require a meal plan, but can be added at any time during your stay.
Want to add or upgrade a meal plan? Please visit the Guest Service Desk in the lobby to explore our different dining options. You can choose the best plan that fits your needs.
Flex Dollars
University Center also offers “Flex dollars” which are used to purchase meals in The Caf and items in The Market. Flex dollars are an optional addition to any meal plan, and cannot be a substitute for required meal plans.
Prior to and throughout your stay, Flex dollars can be added in $25 increments per person ($25, $50, $75, etc.) on your UC Resident Portal. If you purchase Flex dollars in-advance, the full amount will be available to use when you move-in. Flex dollars added online during your stay will be available within 3-days of purchase.
Important Dining Reminders
• Weekly meal plans are reloaded each Monday morning.
• Unused meals do not carry over week to week.
• For any cancellations or early departures, Flex dollars will be lost and not refunded.
• Full payment due at the time of purchase.
• Once a meal plan is selected, it cannot be transferred, canceled, or refunded.
Suite Upgrade Meal Plan Options | Daily |
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Basic 10 meals/week | Included |
Standard 15 meals/week | $4.75 |
Deluxe 19 meals/week | $7.54 |
Apartment Meal Plan Options | Daily |
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Basic 10 meals/week | $12.58 |
Standard 15 meals/week | $17.33 |
Deluxe 19 meals/week | $20.12 |
Enhance your stay at University Center with convenient add-ons! We offer a range of extras to make your experience even more comfortable.
Rentals | Amenity Cost Per |
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Micro-fridge (microwave & mini-refrigerator) | $100.00 |
Full Size Bed (limited availability) | $250.00 |
Loft Bed (limited availability) | $175.00 |
Services | Amenity Cost Per |
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Cleaning Service | $50.00 - $200.00 |
Want to add an additional rental or service? Visit our Marketplace on your UC Resident Portal. For more details, feel free to contact our summer team at (312) 924-8111 for any questions.
Your comfort is our priority at University Center! We strive to accommodate your gender and roommate preferences. While we make every effort to fulfill requests, space constraints may limit accommodations and requests are not guaranteed. Requests must be mutual, with reservations submitted within a week of each other. Some limitations may apply. Additional details are provided during the online application process.
Roommate Request Instructions
• Make sure you and your roommate request the same “Term” stay and your housing dates are no more than one week apart from one another.
• Submit your applications at the same time and select the same room style.
• Request each other as roommates in the booking notes section of the application.
At UC, we’re dedicated to creating a living environment that suits your roommates preferences the best we can! If you have any further questions or need assistance, our team is here to help. Feel free to contact us, and we look forward to welcoming you to your new home at UC.
Find answers to common questions about your stay at University Center. Whether you’re curious about our policies, amenities, or moving, you’ll find helpful information to make your experience comfortable and enjoyable. Our FAQs and Resident Handbook cover a range of topics, from required housing policies to meal plans and everything in between!
• Summer Frequently Asked Questions
• University Center Resident Handbook