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- Right now, retailers across the internet are having back-to-school sales with major discounts.
- We’ve rounded up all of the best sales to shop for clothing, shoes, tech, and more.
- Read more about how the Insider Reviews team evaluates deals and why you should trust us.
While there is still time for students to soak up the summer sun, plenty of retailers are taking the opportunity to host back-to-school sales.
To save you the trouble of having to scour the internet for deals, we rounded up the best back-to-school sales in 2021 that are happening right now. From clothes, Apple products, and school supplies to mattresses and dorm room essentials, you’ll find everything you need for heading back to school. Even if you’re not a student, you’ll likely find great deals on clothes, tech, and more. We’ll continue to update the best back-to-school deals here as they come up.
For more opportunities to save, check out our round-up of the best sales happening now and available Amazon deals.
Here are the best back to school deals available in 2021
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Avocado: Get $100 off latex mattresses now through August 9 using promo code SUMMEROFAVO.
Bed Bath & Beyond: Save 20% when you sign up as a college student.
Casper: Get 15% off mattresses and 10% off pillows and bedding.
Container Store: Get 20% off any three items from the Customer Favorites sale.
Dormify: Get up to 60% off select dorm items, including bedding and storage.
Dyson: Get up to $100 off the Dyson V8 Absolute vacuum and Cool Link desk fan through August 14.
Macy’s: Save on sheets, duvets, and pillowcases with limited-time sales.
Mattress Firm: Save up to 50% on select mattresses.
Overstock: Save on college dorm room essentials, including decorations, bedding, and more.
Pottery Barn Teen: Save up to 30% on all dorm essentials, including bedding, furniture, and decorations.
Target: Get 30% off select kitchen appliances.
Best back to school clothing, shoes, and accessory sales
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American Eagle: Get 25% off sitewide.
Adidas: Get 33% off sitewide when you sign up to become a rewards member.
Backcountry: Get up to 50% off outdoor gear and apparel during the Summer Semiannual Sale.
Banana Republic: Get an extra 50% off sale items.
Crocs: Save up to 60% on sale shoes.
JCPenney: Get 30% off select styles when you spend $75 or more using the promo code MYDEAL7.
J.Crew: Get up to 40% off back-to-school and summer picks.
Kohl’s: Save 30% on Levi’s jeans and jackets.
Lulu’s: Save 20% on purchases with verified student status through Student Beans.
Macy’s: Save on clothes, shoes, and accessories with limited-time back-to-school specials.
Mango: Get up to 70% off clearance items.
Nike: Save up to 40% on shoes and apparel for men, women, and kids.
Old Navy: Save up to 50% on store and sitewide.
Target: Save on kids’ clothes starting at $4.
Best back-to-school shopping deals on school supplies
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Amazon: Save on school and office supplies, including backpacks, disinfecting wipes, and more.
Grove Collaborative: Get a free Mrs. Meyer’s starter cleaning kit when you spend at least $20.
JanSport: Students get 20% off purchases verified through SheerID.
Office Depot: Save up to 55% on school supplies, including backpacks, lunch boxes, and office supplies.
Public Goods: Save 20% on cleaning products, toiletries, and other household items when you verify student status via Student Beans.
Staples: Get up to 83% off school supplies.
Swell: Get 25% off select water bottles. Discount applied at checkout.
Target: Save money with office and school supplies starting at 25 cents.
Walgreens: Save 20% on select items using the promo code SCHOOL20.
Walmart: Get school supplies for as low as 25 cents.
The best back-to-school tech deals on laptops, tablets, and more
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Apple: Get free Airpods when you buy select MacBooks and iPads or the iMac.
Best Buy: Save hundreds of dollars on laptops, iPads, and accessories through Best Buy’s Student Deals.
Dell Outlet: Save on a variety of new and refurbished laptops.
HP: Get up to 58% off laptops, monitors, and more.
Lenovo: Save up to 76% on clearance items, including laptops and accessories.
Frequently asked questions
When do back-to-school sales start and end?
Although students head back to school in late summer and into fall, sales usually start in July and run through late August or early September. Many retailers have student and teacher discounts year-round, too. Discounts for students include deals on Amazon Prime, Paramount Plus, and more.
What’s on sale for back-to-school shopping?
Popular items for sale during back-to-school shopping include apparel, technology, school supplies, and dorm supplies for college students. Often, you can find office and school supplies cheaper than $1 during July and August. If you are unsure what you or your child may need, take a look at this back-to-school guide for shopping list inspiration.
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