The 35+ Best Back-to-School Deals You *Need* to Check Out

Getting ready for college can be expensive. Whether you’re prepping to move into a dorm or just need some new school supplies, those costs can start to add up. That’s where the magic of back-to-school sales come in.

Certain retailers have specific deals for students, while others are going all out with sitewide sales. To save you time (and some bucks), I’ve rounded up the best back-to-school deals from IKEA to Lola Blankets, from dorm room essentials to move-in day must-haves. We even have some exclusive promo codes to help you score extra savings! I will keep updating this list until classes start, so be sure to check back for new discounts.

The Keurig K-Mini Mate was love at first sight for us (and won this year’s Dorm Therapy Award for Best Coffee Maker). It’s compact, comes in so many cute colors, and is currently a steal at $50.

Amazon — Shop Today’s Deals for huge savings on cleaning tools, tech, furniture, decor, and more, and don’t miss the well-curated Off-to-College section that includes great finds for all kinds of students.

Anthropologie — Score an extra 40% off sale items and up to 30% off furniture and decor.

Bedsure — Soft and durable blankets and sheets are ready for college or any bedroom refresh, really. Use promo code SCHOOL15 for 15% off sitewide, or code SCHOOL20 for 20% off orders over $99. There are even student discounts.

Bentgo — Use our exclusive code APTBTS25 to get 25% off stylish, leakproof lunch containers sitewide (until August 26). 

Big Blanket Co. — Enjoy 60% off sitewide and get ready to get cozy.

Blueland — Save 35% on bundles of reusable and sustainable cleaning products.

Boll & Branch — Shop sale finds for up to 30% off editor-loved bedding.

Brooklinen — Right now, you can score up to 20% off bath items; plus, you’ll get up to 40% off award-winning bundles. 

Brooklyn Bedding — Use promo code FLASH30 to save up to 30% off bedding sitewide.

Camp Snap — We love Camp Snap’s screen-free digital cameras. Shop now and score free shipping over $100.

The Company Store — Stock up during the Semi-Annual Sale and save 30% off bestselling comforters, sheets, and other cozy essentials.

The Container Store — Take a look at the extensive college section, and save up to 80% in the clearance section. Text COLLEGE to 22822 for 20% savings, plus other great deals.

Dagne Dover — Score some deals in the sale section, and save 15% on your first order.

Dormify — Check out headboards, washable rugs, and more in the sale section.

Goldbelly — See what’s on sale and save on desserts, barbecue, baked goods, and more.

IKEA — Get up to 20% off storage from now through September 7. And if you’re a verified college student, you can get an extra 15% off.

Kohl’s — Use the code TAKE20 for 20% off. Then check out the clearance finds that include bedding, appliances, decor, rugs, and more, up to 70% off, and the back-to-school section.

Lola Blankets — Score an exclusive 35% off sitewide on supersoft blankets and pillows with code APARTMENT35. See why we love the viral brand here.

Macy’s — So many styles are on sale (up to 50% off!). Check out the back-to-school deals here.

Magic Linen — Want 35% off bedding, pillows, and more? Of course you do. Shop now.

Michaels — Use promo code MAKER20 to nab 20% off all regular-price purchases and up to 50% off for the Maker Haul Event. 

M&M’s — You can get 15% off gifts with code HIKE.

Nordstrom — Now through August 9, save up to 70% during Nordstrom’s epic Anniversary Sale.

Pottery Barn Teen — Start shopping now and save up to 50% on dorm essentials, backpacks, lunch bags, and more.

QVC — If you’re a new QVC shopper, use the code NEWQ20 to get 20% off your first order. The back-to-school section is full of great deals on towels, lunch bags, laptops, and more.

Rest — Find cooling bedding up to 40% off.

Ruggable — Save up to 30% off washable rugs in the sale section. 

Sleepyhead — Use code DORMTHERAPY to score 10% off all toppers.

Songmics — Save up to 70% on so many helpful storage options when you shop the Hot Summer Cool Sale.

Souper Cubes — Meal prep and storage can be a lot easier with a set of Souper Cubes. Get them now while they’re 35% off.

Splendid Spoon — Use code SCHOOL4ON to save up to $40 on your first four boxes of vegan meals.

Stasher — Save up to 30% on Stasher’s reusable silicone food storage bags, and ditch those single-use plastic ones for good. They’re great for snacks, leftovers, and more.

Target — Shop the top deals for up to 50% off storage, groceries, and more, then head to the back-to-school and college deals section for more discounts.

TilePix — Use our exclusive code FASTDECO to score 70% off same-day TilePix. See why we’re fans here.

T.J. Maxx — Check out the latest markdowns up to 75% off, and then shop more deals in the back-to-school section.

Try the World — Try delicious snacks from around the world for an extra 20% off with the code JOY20.

Walmart — Shop flash deals for up to 65% percent off on storage solutions, decor, furniture, and more. Then check out the back-to-school section and college shop for extra savings. 

Wayfair — If you’re a Wayfair member, you can save up to 50% on furniture for every space.