1 In most cases, the costs of a college meal plan will depend on the college, the type of package chosen and how many meals the student is going to have to eat.2  On average, a college meal plan can come down to $5 to $9 per meal, depending on the type of package purchased. In most cases, the costs of a college meal plan will depend on the college, the type of package chosen and how many meals the student is going to have to eat.