Step 01
Buy a credit pack
Elevate provides an itemized receipt after purchase for 529 reimbursement.
One meal plan. 67 Charlottesville restaurants.
Elevate is the off-campus meal plan for UVA students. Prepay credits, order from local restaurants in the app, and keep unused credits until graduation.
- Good until graduation
- No delivery markups
- Unused credits are refundable for 100 days after the first order.
- Order ahead in the app
What credits buy
What a credit gets you.
Most everyday orders are around 1-1.5 credits, and the app shows the exact credit cost before checkout.
Everyday order range
1-1.5 credits
Plans from
$10.12/credit + tax
105-credit pack
~70-105 orders
Advertised per-credit rates are for ACH/bank payment.
1.25 creditsAsian Express
R1. AVOCADO ROLL
1.15 creditsCorner Juice
Turkey Verde Wrap
1.19 creditsGot Dumplings
5 Shrimp & Chive Dumplings with 2 Sides
Current examples from partner menus. Availability and credit costs can change.
Browse Charlottesville RestaurantsOrders placed by Elevate students
2M
Charlottesville restaurants on the plan
67
When unused credits expire
Graduation
Days after first order to refund unused credits
100
What families say
Reviews from students and parents.
4.53/5
Read reviews“Elevate is the best option for a dining plan at UVA. Per meal swipe, it is cheaper than UVA meal plans, the swipes don't expire, and instead of having to plan around daily dining hall menus to get food that is okay at best, you can go to almost any restaurant on the corner and pick genuinely good food for your meal swipe.”
George Corbin
Verified Elevate customer
“Elevate provides convenience to the college eating experience that simply has no competition. Some of the top restaurants in the area available at the click of a button is too good to pass up!”
Andrew Hufford
Verified Elevate customer
“Elevate was one of the best things I ever did! It makes life much easier when you can pick up an affordable meal on the way back from class or when you have too much work to do to make dinner. I really enjoy the new options that were put on there as well.”
Jordan Althoff
Verified Elevate customer
100-day money-back guarantee
Refund unused credits for 100 days after your first order.
Unused credits are refundable for 100 days after the first order. After 100 days, unused credits are no longer refundable, but they continue to roll over until graduation.
Dining hall comparison
Elevate vs. UVA dining halls
A researched, cited breakdown of price, hours, food quality, rollover rules, and when a campus meal plan still makes sense.
Includes current Elevate pricing and 67 Charlottesville restaurant partners.
How it works
Purchase credits today, use them until you graduate.
Step 02
Order in the app
Pickup or delivery from any partner restaurant. Order ahead so it's ready when you walk in.
Step 03
Save with member deals
Weekly specials only Elevate members see. Free sides, BOGOs, and rotating restaurant promos.
Step 04
Roll credits forward
Unused credits carry over semester to semester and don't expire until graduation.
Near campus
67 restaurants
This semester
$40.33 saved
11:35
Good morning
$40.33 saved
270 min saved
Pickup
Delivery
The College Inn
Restaurant
4.68·0.1 mi
Cake Bloom
Restaurant
5.00·0.2 mi
Illicit Catering Co
Restaurant
5.00·0.3 mi
Kindness Cafe + Play
Restaurant
4.99·0.4 mi
Home
Orders
Squads
Account
Manage your credits from our app
Every Charlottesville partner, a few taps from ordered.
- Order ahead for pickup or delivery, on your schedule
- Track your credit balance and order history in real time
- See member-only deals and discounts at partner spots
Pay for Elevate with your 529 plan.
Elevate provides UVA families with an itemized receipt after purchase for 529 reimbursement.
- Itemized receipt provided after purchase
- Provided for 529 reimbursement
- We can accept checks; email hello@elevatemealplan.com if you'd like to coordinate payment that way
Your 529 plan administrator determines which expenses qualify under your plan.
Itemized receipt example
Provided after purchaseElevate Meal Plan
UVA - Fall semester
105 credits$1,220.00
Advertised rate$10.35/credit + tax
Unused creditsRoll over until graduation
Refund window100 days after first order
ACH total, tax included$1,220.00
Advertised per-credit rates are for ACH/bank payment.
Common questions
Answers for students and parents.
How do I place an order?
Download the Elevate app, choose a restaurant, and place your order using your credits. You can order ahead for pickup or delivery where available.Is there a weekly limit to credits I can use?
No. Elevate credits are flexible, so you can use them when they fit your schedule instead of being locked into a daily or weekly dining hall limit.Are Elevate plans only for one semester?
No. Unused credits roll over until graduation, so your plan stays useful beyond a single semester.What if I purchase Elevate but it isn't working out for me?
Unused credits are refundable for 100 days after the first order. After 100 days, unused credits are no longer refundable, but they continue to roll over until graduation.Can I purchase Elevate in addition to the university meal plan?
Yes. Many students use Elevate alongside a campus dining plan for more restaurant choice and easier off grounds ordering.Do I have to be a student to purchase a plan?
Elevate is built for students, but families can purchase credits for students and help them manage food spending from home.Is Elevate cost effective?
Elevate works with restaurant partners to keep credit pricing fair and avoid the large markups common on third-party delivery apps.Am I restricted when I can use my plan?
No. Use your credits whenever partner restaurants are open and available in the Elevate app.What can I order at the restaurants?
You can choose from the available Elevate menu items at each restaurant. Options vary by partner and are shown in the app before you order.What if I don't use all my credits?
Unused credits roll over until graduation, so you do not lose them at the end of the semester.Do I get any special deals?
Yes. Elevate members can get access to exclusive restaurant deals and discounts inside the app.Can I use Elevate over the summer or winter break?
Yes, as long as partner restaurants are available in the app during those periods.How do I download your app?
After purchasing, you will receive instructions to download the Elevate app and sign in with the same email you used at checkout.How quickly will my order be ready?
Timing depends on the restaurant and order volume. The app shows pickup and delivery details when you place your order.Can I use more than one credit at a time?
Yes. Credits are flexible, so you can place orders that use multiple credits when needed.How do I keep track of my credits?
Your remaining credits are shown in the Elevate app, so you can always see your balance before ordering.Can I use my plan for alcohol?
No. Elevate credits are for food and non-alcoholic items available through the app.Can I fund my meal plan with a 529 plan?
Elevate provides an itemized receipt after purchase for 529 reimbursement.Why not just use a credit card at restaurants?
Elevate combines restaurant access, rollover credits, order-ahead convenience, and exclusive member discounts in one student-focused plan.
Still have questions?
We typically reply within a few hours during the school year.
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67 Charlottesville restaurants. One meal plan.
Unused credits are refundable for 100 days after the first order. After 100 days, unused credits are no longer refundable, but they continue to roll over until graduation.
Credits roll over · No delivery markups · Unused credits are refundable for 100 days after the first order.