Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to purchase a meal plan?
Yes! It is a great value and it is New Mexico Highlands University policy that all designated campus residents purchase a meal plan each semester.
How do I use my meal plan?
Every NMHU Dining meal plan comes with a block of meals in varying increments. For example, the Membership A plan comes with 300 meals to use in the semester. A meal came be used at the Resident Dining Hall. Each meal plan also comes with Flex Dollars; see more on Flex Dollars below.
What are Flex Dollars?
Flex Dollars are cash values included in all meal plan. They work like a prepaid debit card with funds kept on your sutdent ID card. Flex Dollars may be used at any on-campus dining location.
Do Flex Dollars carry over from semester to semester?
Flex Dollars may be used during the semester in which they are purchased. They do not carry over from semester to semester.
Do meals carry over from semester to semester?
Meals may be used duiring the semester in which they are purchased. They do not carry over from semester to semester.
Can I change my meal plan if it does not fit my needs?
Yes! Changing to a bigger or smaller meal plan can be done during the first 2 weeks of school. After that, changing to a larger plan is possible at any time during the semester, however all other changes must be requested through the Director of Hoursing at (505) 454-3193.
If I'm not a Resident Hall Student, where do I buy my meal plan?
If you live off-campus, you can purchase a meal plan or make a change to the plan you have already selected simply contact the Housing office at (505) 454-3193.