When you dine at a participating restaurant when they are offering college savings and pay with a registered credit or debit card that has been validated for Upromise Dining, you are eligible to receive contributions.
Some participating restaurants contributions are available all-day, every day and each time you visit. However, other restaurants have blackout dates and/or limit the number of qualified visits in a calendar month. So please be sure to check individual restaurant details before dining.
Preferred Diners can earn 4% to 8% of their total dining bill, while other members can earn 2% to 4%. The specific amount that a restaurant offers is always listed in the restaurant search results page and restaurant information page. Also, most restaurants have a maximum spending amount on which they will award you college savings each month. The maximum amount is usually $600 or $1,000 monthly, depending on the restaurant.
Due to circumstances beyond our control, some establishments will discontinue their participation in this program. If a particular establishment does not appear in the restaurant listing, it is no longer participating. Contributions will not be given on transactions with establishments that have dropped out of the program. Be sure to check the restaurant search results page to ensure that restaurants you wish to dine at are still participating on the date you wish to dine.
1. Why do I need to register as a Preferred Diner?
Restaurants are willing to pay a premium for your loyalty. By registering as a Preferred Diner, you are demonstrating your awareness and interest in the Upromise Dining program, which entitles you to a higher benefit.
2. What do I gain as a Preferred Diner?
The Upromise Dining program offers Preferred Diners 4%–8% contributions on eligible transactions, while the standard offering is only 2%–4%. Preferred Diners will also get access to more restaurants and exclusive access to special bonus earning opportunities.
3. What if I don't choose to participate in this?
You can earn 2%–4% on eligible transactions at Upromise Dining restaurants.
4. What if I forgot to register as a Preferred Diner?
You can register as a Preferred Diner at any time. However, benefits will not be credited retroactively.
5. When did I become a Preferred Diner?
To view your current registration status, including the date that you registered, select the "View Profile" page in My Account.
6. How much does it cost to participate?
Nothing! Registration as a Preferred Diner is free. You can view your current status and enroll at any time via the My Account section of the Upromise website.
7. How long is my participation valid?
Participation is valid for one year from the date of registration. You’ll need to renew your registration annually to maintain your Preferred Diner status and we will let you know when you need to do that.
8. Are all of the cards registered in my Upromise Account automatically registered?
Yes, with the exception of any cards that are registered in other (non–Upromise) dining programs administered by Rewards Network.
9. If I get a new card how do I register it for the Preferred Diner program?
Once you're registered as a Preferred Diner, all of the valid credit/debit cards in your account can be used to earn savings at the preferred level, provided they’re not enrolled in another dining program administered by Rewards Network. To register a new card in your Upromise Account, select the "add a credit or debit card" from the My Account section of the Upromise website.
1. How do I receive college savings from dining?
You receive contributions by dining at participating restaurants when they are offering college savings and paying with a credit or debit card that you have registered in your Upromise account. You can confirm which cards are validated for dining by checking your profile on your My Account page. You are not required to identify yourself as a Upromise member to the participating restaurant.
In order to receive the maximum college savings, you must register as a Preferred Diner. This is a separate registration process that takes only a minute to complete and is valid for 12 months from the time you register.
To receive your college savings, be sure to pay your bill with a credit or debit card that you have registered in your Upromise account that has been validated for Upromise Dining. (If you have credit or debit cards enrolled in other programs administered by Rewards Network, you will not earn Upromise contributions on those cards.) You can confirm which cards are validated for Upromise Dining by checking your Profile in your My Account page.
Not all restaurants accept all types of credit and debit cards. The cards accepted at any given restaurant are generally listed in the Credit Cards section of the restaurant information page. If you are in doubt about a restaurant’s card acceptance, please call the restaurant directly.
You can find information about college savings at any participating restaurant, including restrictions (if any), by clicking on the name of the restaurant on the restaurant search results page or on the ’view restaurant details’ link.
2. Do participating restaurants offer members a full range of cuisine choices?
Yes. Upromise Dining offers dozens of cuisine categories. Cuisine categories are listed alphabetically, and Search Results can be sorted to include only specific cuisines of interest to you for your upcoming plans. There’s even a separate category for Bars & Clubs. When searching for benefits, just select your cuisine of choice to find a location in the area that meets your needs.
3. How do I earn college savings tonight?
Follow these steps and you will receive your college savings automatically. Remember, you must be registered as a Preferred Diner in order to receive the maximum amount of college savings.
Locate a participating restaurant that interests you via our online restaurant search. [ Click here ]
Read the details we provide about that restaurant. Information includes contribution amount, day of week restrictions (if any), and cuisine type, address and phone number.
Dine at that restaurant when college savings are being offered.
Pay with a credit card you’ve registered and that has been validated for dining in your Upromise account. (If you have credit or debit cards enrolled in other programs administered by Rewards Network, you will not earn Upromise contributions on those cards.)
It’s that simple! When you pay with a credit or debit card you’ve registered with Upromise, we track your dine and automatically award your college savings. Your contribution will be processed and posted to your account within approximately 10–14 business days of your dine.
4. Which restaurants participate in the Upromise dining program?
You will find more than 8,000 participating restaurants located throughout the United States and Canada. With such a large selection, the likelihood of finding a restaurant that is in your area is very high. To locate a participating restaurant near you, please use our online restaurant search. Members who check the website for restaurant listings regularly will have more restaurants available to them. Be sure to check the website regularly to maintain access to an increased number of restaurants.
5. I dined the other day. How do I know I received my savings?
You can view all of the transactions and the contributions you earned for each dine in the ’view details’ section of your Upromise account. Your contribution will be processed and posted within approximately 10-14 business days of your dine.
6. Can I earn college savings when I invite guests to dine with me?
Yes. You earn savings based on the amount of your total dining bill, including the tax and tip. Simply make sure to pay for your bill with a credit card registered with Upromise.
7. Do I need to let the restaurant know I’m a member of Upromise?
No. Once you have registered your credit card for the Upromise Dining program, you earn contributions automatically. There is no need to tell your server that you are a Upromise member.
8. Is there a limit on the savings amount I can get at participating restaurants?
Yes, most restaurants have a maximum spending amount on which they will award college savings each month. The maximum spend amount is usually $600 or $1,000 monthly, depending on the restaurant. So, a restaurant that offers 8% college saving and has a maximum benefit spend of $1,000 will award up to $80 in college savings each month.
9. Can I receive Upromise Dining Program savings as well as other dining program rewards through Rewards Network?
No, to be eligible for college savings from Upromise dining restaurants, your credit or debit card cannot be registered with any other dining program administered by Rewards Network. If your card is already registered in another dining program administered by Rewards Network and you would like it activated for use in the Upromise Dining Program, please call Upromise Customer Care Customer Care at 1–888–434–9111. Approximately five to seven business days after your credit or debit card has been removed from the other program, it will be validated for Upromise Dining Program to start receiving college savings. Be sure to check your Profile in your My Account page to confirm that your card is validated for Upromise Dining.
10. Will I save for college at Bars & Clubs, too?
Yes. Visiting participating Bars & Clubs works exactly the same way as visiting a participating restaurant. You’ll earn college savings on the whole bill & tax and tip included & when you pay with a credit or debit card registered with Upromise Dining at a time when the establishment is offering college savings. Just log in with your Username and Password to see the benefits schedule and savings offered.
11. What kinds of establishments are included in the Bars & Clubs category?
Establishments in this category include everything from trendy martini and wine bars, to music, comedy and late–night dance clubs. We’ll be adding new in-spots to our Bars & Clubs lineup over the coming year, so check back often to see what’s new both in your local area and in your travel destinations coast to coast.
12. Can I provide feedback about my experiences at participating establishments?
Absolutely! Simply log in to your Upromise account and select the "Rate your dining experience" link next to the college savings posting. You’ll be taken to a short survey where you will be asked to rate your experience. Your survey feedback will be incorporated into our member ratings, which are displayed on our web site. You can only provide your feedback for a given establishment after you’ve had a qualified transaction at that location.
13. Who do I contact if I have questions about my savings from Upromise Dining?
Please email Customer Care at Customercare@upromise.com.
Print
Close Window
[ back to top ]
[ back to top ]
[ 