The cost of meal plans at VCU has continued to increase into the 2025-26 school year. Some students describe them as overpriced, and are asking for change from the university.
All dining plans VCU offers have gone up in price by an average of 14.69% since the 2023-24 school year, according to VCU’s most recent budget plan. Currently, there are 6,270 students with meal plans.
VCU Dining Services spokesperson Anna Obermiller said the price increase is due to inflation and a rising cost in food operation and equipment…