Once you are living off campus, you can really begin to save money on your grocery costs. This may be the area where you can save the most when compared to the costs estimated by your college. Be sure that you plan a weekly menu and that you take the time to pack your lunch instead of purchasing it on campus. You may want to consider starting a nightly dinner group with friends or roommates. If you cook one large meal and feed four people with it, it often costs less than cooking four smaller meals. If you each cook one night a week, you can save on groceries over the course of the month. These cost savings tips can really help you cut back on the amount you spend for college.