Purple Points

Additional deposits can be added to your student Purple Point account as often as you like.

• At the HawkCard Office the following forms of payment are accepted: cash, check, or credit/debit cards, Apple/Google Pay and charges to the student bill. 
• Credit/debit card (minimum amount is $25 (plus a $1.50 transaction fee)) at the Online HawkCard Office.
• Added to your Student Bill (before each semester or during the first 6 weeks of fall semester or first 5 weeks of spring semester) at the HawkCard Office or by email from our website.

• Parents/guests can make deposits to their students' Purple Point account too!
• Parents/guests can make a deposit via cash, check, or credit/debit card at the HawkCard Office: UC 250
• Checks can be mailed into the HawkCard Office (190 Hamilton Green Way, UC 250 Whitewater, Wisconsin 53190). Make checks payable to: UW-Whitewater and on the memo line put "Purple Points, *student's 7-digit ID number*
  
• Credit/Debit Card (minimum amount is $25 (plus a $1.50 transaction fee)) using the guest deposit feature on the Online HawkCard Office. *Students must create an Online HawkCard Office account before parents/guests can make a guest deposit.
  

Additional deposits can be added to your staff/faculty Purple Point account as often as you like.

• Cash, check or credit card at the HawkCard Office.
• Regular deposits from bi-weekly or monthly payroll deductions. Payroll deduction forms are available at the HawkCard Office.
• Credit/Debit Card (minimum amount is $25 (plus a $1.50 transaction fee))

• The minimum deposit to open a Purple Point account is $25. We recommend an initial deposit amount of $300 - $350 for the year.

• Make additional deposits to your account anytime during the academic year.

• After purchasing items, your balance is displayed at the cash register or on your receipt.

• The Purple Point account is NOT part of the UW-Whitewater Dining Program.

Unlock the Power of Purple Points!

• Save on Every Bite: Forget sales tax! With Purple Points, you pocket that extra 5.5% on all your on-campus food purchases (students only)
• Flash-Speed Transactions: Say goodbye to fumbling for cash or cards. Our lightning-fast payment system completes your transaction in 2 seconds or less.
• Simplify Your Wallet: One card, one account—no more juggling cash, checks, or multiple cards. Purple Points do it all!
• Zero Fees, All Perks: No annual fees, no service charges, no fuss. It’s a sweet deal UWW provides just for you!
• Beyond Campus: Purple Points aren’t just for the cafeteria. They’re your golden ticket at the University Bookstore and off-campus too!
• Deposit Magic: Top up effortlessly—charge it to your student bill, make web deposits, or swing by the HawkCard Office. Faculty and Staff? We’ve got you covered too!
• Stay in the Know: Track your balance and transactions with a few clicks. It’s like having a financial wizard in your pocket!
• Time-Proof Balances: Purple Points roll over each term/year. No expiry dates, no stress. Plus, get a full refund when you graduate or leave campus.
• Debt-Free Bliss: Unlike credit cards, Purple Points mean you own what you buy—no ugly debts haunting you.
• Wildly Versatile: From a 10-cent photocopy to a shopping spree, Purple Points cover it all. Grab a Pepsi, enjoy lunch, or snag that trendy outfit!
• Security First: Rest easy! The Purple Points program is run by UWW, so you know whom you’re dealing with. Your funds are safe—Purple Points can only be used on or near campus. And if you report your card missing, we freeze those funds faster than a snowball fight!
• Smart App, Smarter You: Download our free mobile app from Apple or Google/Android. Always stay in the loop with your account balances. It’s like having a financial sidekick right in your pocket!

Ready to level up your dining game? Dive into the Purple Points universe today!

If you are a student, there are three easy ways to open a Purple Point Account:

• You can open one online: Student Bill OR credit/debit card
• You can stop by the HawkCard Office in the University Center room 250.
• You can open one during your "Warhawks SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration)" day in the summer.

According to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) we are unable to share this information. The law is designed to protect the privacy of the student. The student may, however, give permission for a parent, guardian, or any other party to have access to their Meal Plan, Purple Points or Dining Dollar information, by completing a FERPA form and returning it to the HawkCard Office.

When you graduate or withdraw from the University and your account balance is $5 or more, you can request a refund by closing out your Purple Point account by completing this form.

• Dining Dollars can be used anywhere on campus for food purchases at Dining Locations
• Purple Points are accepted anywhere on campus that accepts cash (including vending machines) and at select off-campus locations

Check out our Blog for more information

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2. Domino's
3. Rocky Rococo
4. Subway
5. Topper’s Pizza
6. Revamp Nutrition

*Walmart does not accept Purple Points

Check out all of these locations in Google Maps

Whitewater merchants: Interested in accepting Purple Points to help your business? Request more information today!

Andersen Library: Circulation Desk

Andersen Library: Media Lab (Room 1008)

Bookstore: Clothing, supplies, etc.

Bookstore: Textbook Rental

Greenhill Center of the Arts: Box Office

HawkCard Office: Cost of Replacement ID Card

Perkins Stadium: Concession Stand During Warhawk Athletic Events

Residence Halls: Goodhue Front Desk

University Center: Information Services

University Center: Warhawk Alley

Wells Hall: Jitters Coffeehouse

Williams Center: Concessions during Warhawk athletic events

Williams Center: Recreation Sports & Intramurals

Vending Machines Across Campus

Campus Dining Locations