Where to Find Help

NMJC is a warm and caring place. From the President to the support staff and everywhere in between, you will find friendly and helpful faculty and staff who care about students and are here to help you be successful. Useful resources on campus:

Academic Success Center

The Academic Success Center is your FREE tutoring center for all of your classes. Whether you have an appointment or just walking in, the Academic Success Center is aimed at empowering students to build higher levels of success by providing both individualized and group instructions to help strengthen your academic skills.

Contact Information:
Email: successcenter@nmjc.edu
Phone: 575-492-2622
Fall Hours: Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm
Location: Mansur Hall Room 124

You can also borrow a laptop to use for academics while you are at NMJC. Come check one out.

Academic Success Coach

Academic Advising is important to Student Success! All students are required to meet with an Academic Success Coach prior to registration. Enrollment services offers academic advising for new students. Continuing students are assigned to advisors based on major area of study or participation in specific programs. If you are an athlete, your coach will be your advisor.

Accessibility Services

Student Accessibility Services (SAS) provides academic accommodations to NMJC students who are eligible as outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Any student who anticipates a need for accommodations due to a disability should visit the Student Accessibility Services Office in the Ben Alexander Building or call 575-492-2576.

Career Services

It is never too early to start working on and looking into career exploration. Stop by the Career Center located in Room 140 in the Ben Alexander Center (BAC). In-Person Services include:

  • Career Exploration
  • Major Exploration
  • Job Searches
  • Resume and Cover Letter Assistance
  • Interview Preparation
  • Informational Interviews
  • Workshops
  • Job Shadowing

CORE

The CORE is a state-of-the-art recreational facility. NMJC full-time students are provided free access to the CORE. Click the image below to learn more about what the CORE has to offer.

Counseling Services

During regular business hours (M-F 8:00-5:00), stop by the Ben Alexander Center and speak with a Counselor. Please call Kelly Rueda at 575-492-2576 or email krueda@nmjc.edu or Cyndi Stephenson at 575-492-2574 or cstephenson@nmjc.edu to schedule an appointment. NMJC Counselors will provide referral for students in need of ongoing counseling services.

Students are also able to access TimelyCare 24/7 via their T-Bird web portal or Canvas. TimelyCare is a student and faculty centered platform. It offers FREE virtual mental health services that includes scheduled counseling, TalkNow support line, Health Coaching, and Peer Support.

Financial Aid

  • International students can apply for NMJC Foundation scholarships Foundation Scholarships (nmjc.edu). The priority application deadline is March 15th each year for the upcoming academic year.
  • International students may apply for the NMJC work-study program Work Study (nmjc.edu). Funding for work-study jobs is very limited. Not all students will receive student work jobs. Employment is limited to working on the college campus.

You can pay your tuition here: Pay My Tuition for International Students (nmjc.edu)

Food Pantry

FREE Food & Hygiene products for ALL registered students!

Pantry Hours:
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm
Friday 1:30pm-3:30pm
For after-hours assistance, please schedule an appointment.

Library

The Pannell Library provides a diverse collection of print and electronic resources designed to meet the information resource requirements of New Mexico Junior College students, faculty, staff, and community patrons in support of curriculum and the College mission.

Registrar Office

General Information & Policies Affecting All F-1 Visa Holders

  • Full Course Load: Holders of F-1 student visas must register for and complete at least 12 credit hours each semester, of which only three hours can be in an Internet course.
  • Tuition payment: Payment of tuition, fees and on-campus housing is due at the time of registration.
  • Employment Restrictions: Government regulations require international students to certify that they have finances deemed sufficient by the College while pursuing their degree without employment. International students should not expect to support themselves through employment while attending NMJC.
  • CPT and OPT: Contact the NMJC SEVP Designated School Official regarding curricular and optional training opportunities for international students at NMJC.
  • Check in: Students must check in with the International office at the beginning of each semester.
  • Travel: If you plan to leave the United States, you must bring your I-20 to the international office for endorsement before you leave. If you fail to do so, you will not be allowed to return to the United States.

Questions regarding an International student’s immigration status should be directed to the Registrar and/or designee in charge of international student issues at 575-492-2578. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain the correct visa and to maintain the appropriate immigration status while in the United States.

Residence Life

NMJC Housing and Residence Life is your "NMJC Home" away from home! We believe on-campus living provides both an enjoyable and rewarding experience in community living as well as the necessary support for academic success.

Residence halls are not just a place to eat and sleep; they are an integral part of college life. NMJC provides full-time students, carrying 12 or more semester hours, with modern, comfortable and affordable housing. Living in a residence hall provides the opportunity to meet new friends and associate with other students from diverse backgrounds. In the process, students grow and develop as people, capable of taking on the responsibilities of living with others.

Please consider joining the Residential Housing Association (RHA) to make on-campus housing a better a place to live and learn.

Student Activities

Want to get more involved with what’s happening on campus? You have come to the right place! We know how important it is to attend classes, do the work, and get that degree! However, there is a lot more to the college experience than just taking classes! Student Activities offer a variety of campus activities that every student can enjoy. It is a well-known fact that students who are more involved on campus are more likely to earn better grades, make friends, and discover different opportunities. You already made the jump to attend college, so check out some of the ways you can Get Involved on campus through Intramurals, Clubs/Organization, Student Government, Student Leadership Academy, and all the activities that Student Life has to offer!

Thunderbird Cafeteria / Student Lounge & Grill

Genuine Foods provides food services on campus, which includes a lounge and grill, cafeteria dining, and catering services. The facilities are located in the Ben Alexander Student Learning Center. Please let us know if you have ideas about incorporating flavors and menus from your country.