More than 60% of students surveyed said they were spending less on food this academic year

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Spent less on food and essentials 63.4%

Spent less on non-essentials 62.4

Stopped or reduced going out socially 46.6

Used less gas or electricity at home 42.69

Skipped meals to save on food costs 27.8

Avoided buying items needed for study 18.1

Travelled to campus less to save on transport 16.4

Travelled to campus more for free energy use 13.5

None of the above 6.3

Moved home with family to save on rent/bills 6

Missed payments for rent/bills 5.5