<p>How much spending money do you need per semester in order to live decently at UF? By decently I mean.. having a good social life, being able to join clubs and participate in activities, getting around town... Also, how much is needed for food if you don't plan on getting a meal plan (and doesn't mind cooking own food)?</p>
<p>I didn't get a meal plan, did the cooking thing instead. Um.....I think I spend like $60 groceries every time I go to the store. I go to Sam's Club, Albertson's, and Publix. Albertson's is cheaper then Publix lol.</p>
<p>at least a couple thousand</p>
<p>This is a good question, if anyone's ever made a budget or marked down how much they spent, that'd be really useful for this thread. I know one year I spent about 2,000 on food, but if I ate out more, I could see it easily become 3,000. Anyone know how much to list other expenses at besides rent for housing?</p>
<p>I cooked 95% of the time. I went to Publix (sometimes WinnDixx) and spent roughly $35-65 per week. I would estimate about $900 a semester. I always bought Publix brand. I really believe that Publix brand is good as and many times better than brand name and it's cheaper. The supermarket was really close and most places dont take long to get to in gainesville, so one gas tank lasted most of the semester for me.</p>
<p>I guess the person deleted their post, but my reply was in response to mcim post.</p>
<p>Are you a guy ASMAJ? Did you live in a dorm? How can you cook in a dorm? I also want to cook most of my food as getting a meal plan is way too overpriced oO;</p>