FAQs

  • No, unused meals do not carry over from one week to the next. The meals on both meal plans reset on Monday, thus making the week run from Monday through Sunday. Flex Dollars from the plan do carry over into the following semester, but expire at the end of the school year. We can help you decide on the right plan to fit your schedule and eating habits, ensuring that you get the full value for your dollars.

  • Meal Plan 19: $2,758/semester | Includes 19 meals/week and $100 Flex Dollars

    Meal Plan 14: $2,364/semester | Includes 14 meals/week and $100 Flex Dollars

    Meal Plan 10: $1,799/semester | Includes 10 meals/week and $100 Flex Dollars (cannot be used on weekends)

    Meal Plan 5: $891/semester | Includes 5 meals/week and $100 Flex Dollars (cannot be used on weekends)

  • All on campus housing students will choose a meal plan when applying for housing. Changes and adjustments can be made with the Student Accounts office.

  • You have the opportunity to change your dining plan until the census date (the date full tuition is incurred) each semester. Simply go to the Student Accounts office or the Food Services office in RMCC and fill out a dining plan change form.

  • Food services may be open on a limited basis for early arrival and extended stay students. If you intend to use a meal plan during these periods, additional funding will be required for your meal plan.

  • You are the only person allowed to use your "meals." If you would like to treat a friend, you may pay for their meal by using your Flex Dollars (declining balance account).

  • You may add dollars to your Generals account using cash, check, money order or VISA or MasterCard. These funds are not flex dollars, which means they can be used at any location that accepts the Generals Card.

  • No, your Herkimer College ID is valid as long as you are attending Herkimer College. Lost ID charge is $10.00.

  • To give parents and students peace-of-mind when investing in meal plans, Herkimer College offers a risk-free refund policy for fall and spring semesters. If a student changes their plans, their meal plan money will be refunded as follows:

    Prior to the first class - 100%
    During the first week of classes - 75%
    During the second week of classes - 50%
    During the third week of classes - 25%
    After the third week of classes - 0%