Back to School sales: quick links
August is just around the corner, which means a new school year for many prospective students and parents. While this year is uncertain for some, retailers are still offering fantastic deals on a wide range of back to school supplies. You can find discounts on everything from laptops, tablets, and headphones to clothing, desks, and face masks from top retailers like Walmart, Amazon, Staples, Apple, and Best Buy.
To help you sort through all the offers, we’ve rounded up the best back to school sales and divided them into categories. We’ve also hand-picked standout deals like the best-selling Dell XPS 13 on sale for just $783.99 with code 50OFF699, the AirPods Pro down to a record low price of $199 (was $249), and the student-friendly HP Chromebook on sale for just $169.
You can also score deals exclusively for students like free AirPods for college students that purchase an eligible Mac or iPad and the Jabra Elite 65t earbuds for just $20 with your Chromebook purchase at Best Buy.
Shop more of our best back to school sales below and make sure to bookmark this page as we’ll be continuously updating it with all the best deals leading up to the new school year event.
The best back to school sales:
- Amazon – today’s best deals on Amazon devices, tech, and more
- American Eagle – BOGO 50% off AE jeans
- Apple – buy a Mac or iPad for college and get free AirPods
- Best Buy – student discounts on laptops, tablets, and headphones
- B&H Photo – back to school Apple deals on AirPods, iPads, MacBooks, more
- Dell – save on Dell’s bestselling laptops, monitors, and gaming PCs
- eBay – deals on laptops, clothing, shoes, and more
- Forever 21 – save up to 20% off in-app purchases of $65 or more
- Gap – save up to 75% off sitewide
- H&M – save on back to school styles
- HP – back to school savings on laptops, monitors, and printers
- JCPenney – up to 40% off clothing, shoes, and backpacks
- Kohl’s – extra 20% off clothing and shoes for kids
- Lenovo – doorbuster deals on laptops, tablets, monitors, and more
- Microsoft – save up to $400 on tablets and laptops
- Nordstrom – backpacks starting at just $22
- Newegg – discounts on refurbished Apple products
- Old Navy – save up to 60% off back to school styles
- Overstock – save on dorm room essentials
- Razer – back to school deals on laptops and computer accessories
- Staples – save on a wide range of school supplies for all ages
- Target – save on school supplies, backpacks, clothing, and more
- Walmart – back to school deals on school supplies, clothing, and more
The best back to school sale picks:
Back to school top deals
Apple Watch Series 3 GPS 38mm: $279 $169 at Amazon
Amazon has the Apple Watch Series 3 in stock and on sale for only $169. That’s the lowest price we’ve seen for the 38mm smartwatch that features heart rate monitoring and GPS technology and provides up to 18 hours of battery life.
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Apple AirPods Pro: $249.99 $199 at Staples
You can get the all-new AirPods Pro on sale for $199 at Staples. That’s a $50 discount and the lowest price we’ve found for the truly wireless earbuds which feature active noise cancellation and provide 24 hours of battery life.
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Apple iPad 10.2-inch, 128GB (Latest Model): $429.99 $399.98 at Amazon
Amazon has the latest model Apple iPad on sale for $399.98. That’s a $40 discount and the best price we’ve found for the powerful iPad that packs 128GB of storage which allows you to store plenty of movies, apps, and games.
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Microsoft Surface Pro 7: $959 $649 at Best Buy
Best Buy has the versatile Surface Pro 7 on sale for $649. The tablet features a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, includes a full keyboard experience, and provides up to 10 hours of battery life.
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HP 11.6-inch Chromebook | $219 $169 at Best Buy
If you’re just looking for a cheap laptop to surf the web without having to worry about updates and paying for power you won’t use, this HP 11.6-inch Chromebook will suit you fine. There’s 4GB RAM and an Intel Celeron processor to keep things snappy and 32GB of onboard storage as well.
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Dell XPS 13 Laptop: $899.99 $783.99 at Dell
The 2019 baseline spec Dell XPS 13 is going for really cheap right now, thanks to this $116 discount when you apply the coupon code 50OFF699 at checkout. The Dell laptop packs a 10th gen Intel i5-10210U, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of SSD.
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Back to school headphone deals
Beats Powerbeats 3 Headphones: $199.99 $89.99 at Best Buy
The Powerbeats 3 headphones are on sale for $89.99 at Best Buy. These water-resistant wireless earbuds feature secure-fit earhooks to maximize comfort and stability and provide up to 12 hours of battery life.
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Powerbeats Pro Totally Wireless Earphones: $249.95 $199.99 at Best Buy
The top-rated Powerbeats Pro get a $50 price cut at Best Buy’s 3-day sale. Perfect for workouts, the wireless earbuds are sweat-resistant and provide up to nine hours of battery life.
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Beats Solo Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones: $299.99 $229.99 at Best Buy
The best-selling Beats Solo Pro are on sale for $229.99 at Best Buy. The wireless headphones feature active noise canceling technology and provide an impressive 22-hours of battery life.
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Apple AirPods (2019) with Charging Case $159 $129 at Amazon
You can score a $30 price cut on the Apple AirPods with charging case on Amazon. The truly wireless earbuds come with a charging case that provides a further 20 hours of battery life and up to three hours of talk time on a single charge.
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Apple AirPods Pro: $249.99 $199 at Staples
You can get the all-new AirPods Pro on sale for $199 at Staples. That’s a $50 discount and the lowest price we’ve found for the truly wireless earbuds which feature active noise cancellation and provide 24 hours of battery life.
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Back to school smartwatch deals
Apple Watch Series 3 GPS 38mm: $279 $169 at Amazon
Amazon has the Apple Watch Series 3 in stock and on sale for only $169. That’s the lowest price we’ve seen for the 38mm smartwatch that features heart rate monitoring and GPS technology and provides up to 18 hours of battery life.
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Apple Watch 5 GPS, 40mm: $399 $379 at Amazon
Amazon has the all-new Apple Watch 5 in stock and on sale for $379. The GPS-only model features an Always-on Retina display, an ECG app, and comes in a 40mm display with a gold aluminum case with pink sport band.
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Back to school laptop deals
HP 11.6-inch Chromebook | $219 $169 at Best Buy
If you’re just looking for a cheap laptop to surf the web without having to worry about updates and paying for power you won’t use, this HP 11.6-inch Chromebook will suit you fine. There’s 4GB RAM and an Intel Celeron processor to keep things snappy and 32GB of onboard storage as well.
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Dell Inspiron 11 3000 2-in-1 11-inch laptop | $399.99 $299.99 at Dell
You’re saving $100 on this Dell Inspiron 2-in-1 laptop, which means you’re not only picking up a zippy laptop but you can also convert it into a tablet thanks to the hinge design and touchscreen. With 4GB RAM, an AMD A9 processor, and 128GB of storage there’s plenty of storage and power for everyday usage in here.
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Dell Inspiron 11 3000 2-in-1 11-inch laptop: $399.99 $349.99 at Dell
You’re saving $50 on this Dell Inspiron 2-in-1 laptop, which can convert it into a tablet thanks to the hinge design and touchscreen. With 4GB RAM, an AMD A9 processor, and 128GB of storage there’s plenty of storage and power for everyday usage in here.
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Lenovo Yoga C740 15.6-inch Laptop: $849.99 $599.99 at Best Buy
Students can score a $250 discount on the Lenovo Yoga C740 2-in-1 laptop. A fantastic price, the versatile laptop features a 15.6-inch touch-screen display and packs 12GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, and an Intel Core i5-10210U processor.
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Dell XPS 13 Laptop: $899.99 $783.99 at Dell
The 2019 baseline spec Dell XPS 13 is going for really cheap right now, thanks to this $116 discount when you apply the coupon code 50OFF699 at checkout. The Dell laptop packs a 10th gen Intel i5-10210U, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of SSD.
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Apple MacBook Air + free AirPods: from $899 at Apple
$899 is already a fantastic starting price for a MacBook deal, and with some free AirPods thrown in, it’s a great time to be picking up an Air right now. With a 13-inch display, 256GB SSD, 8GB of RAM, and a 10th Gen Intel Core i3 processor on the baseline specs, these MacBooks are a fantastic buy.
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Lenovo Yoga C940 14-inch Laptop: $1,599.99 $1,299.99 at Best Buy
If you’re looking for more power, students can save $300 on the Lenovo Yoga C940 convertible 2-in-1 laptop. The powerful laptop features a 360° flip-and-fold design and packs a 4K Ultra HD touch-screen display, 16GB of RAM, 512GB of SSD, and a 10th Gen Intel Core i7-1065G7 processor.
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XPS 15 Laptop: $2,149.99 $1,910.99 at Dell
Get the ultra-thin XPS 15 on sale for $1910.99 at Dell. This powerful 15-inch laptop packs 32GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, and a 9th Generation Intel Core i7-9750H processor.
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New XPS 13 Touch laptop: $1,799.99 $1,616.99 at Dell
You can save $183 on the powerful all-new XPS 13 laptop at Dell. This brand new touch-screen laptop features a 13.4-inch InfinityEdge touch display and packs 16GB of RAM, 256GB of SSD, and a 10th Generation Intel Core i7-1065G7 processor.
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Back to school tablet deals
Apple iPad 10.2-inch, 32GB (Latest Model): $329.99 $319.99 at Amazon
Amazon has the 32GB Apple iPad on sale for $319.99. That’s a $10 discount for the Space Grey and Silver tablet that features a 10.2-inch Retina display and provides up to 10 hours of battery life.
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Apple iPad 10.2-inch, 128GB (Latest Model): $429.99 $399.99 at Amazon
Amazon has the latest model Apple iPad on sale for $399.99. That’s a $40 discount and the best price we’ve found for the powerful iPad that packs 128GB of storage which allows you to store plenty of movies, apps, and games.
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Apple iPad Air + free AirPods: from $479 at Apple
The Apple iPad Air is perfect for people looking for the slimmest, lightest, and most stylish iPad you can buy right now. Starting at 64GB storage but available in 256GB also, these Air’s feature a 10.5-inch LED screen and Apple’s latest A12 Bionic processor.
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Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch: $1,299 $929 at B&H Photo
For a limited time, you can get the 2018 iPad Pro on sale for $929. That’s a $370 discount for the 12.9-inch tablet that features 256GB of storage and provides up to 10 hours of battery life.
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Microsoft Surface Pro 7: $959 $649 at Best Buy
Best Buy has the versatile Surface Pro 7 on sale for $649. The tablet features a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, includes a full keyboard experience, and provides up to 10 hours of battery life.
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Back to school monitor deals
Dell SE2419HR 24-inch Monitor: $219.99 $139.99 at Dell
A fantastic option for a home office, you can get the Dell SE2419HR monitor on sale for $139.99. The ultra-thin monitor features a 23.8-inch Full HD display and a 178°/178° viewing angle.
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BenQ 27-inch IPS Monitor: $297.19 $179 at Amazon
Get the best-selling 27-inch BenQ monitor on sale for $179 at Amazon. The monitor features a Full HD IPS widescreen display and an ultra-slim bezel for seamless multi-panel configurations.
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Dell UltraSharp U2719D Monitor: $499.99 $374.99 at Dell
Get the Dell UltraSharp U2719D monitor on sale for just $374.99. The monitor features a 27-inch QHD display and offers a wide viewing angle thanks to the IPS technology.
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Back to school printer deals
HP OfficeJet 3830 All-in-One Printer: $99.99 $79.89 at Amazon
The wireless HP OfficeJet 3830 can print, copy, scan, and fax, and you can save up to 50% on Original HP ink, which is conveniently ordered by your printer and delivered to your door.
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HP ENVY 5055 Printer: $129.89 $99.89 at Amazon
Right now, you can get the HP ENVY 5055 Printer on sale for just under $100. The all-in-one printer allows you to set up, connect, and print right from your mobile device in the convenience of your own home.
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Back to School software deals
Back to school desk deals
Amazon | Best-selling kids’ desks that start at $65.99
See Amazon’s best-selling kids’ desks, which include a range of prices that start at just $65.99. Amazon’s wide selection of desks offer features such as height adjustment, drawer storage, and included chairs.
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Overstock | Deals on kids’ and childrens desks
Students and parents can save on a large variety of desks for kids at Overstock. You can filter the desks by price, materials, assembly, and features.
Wayfair | Save up to $100 on kids’ desks
Wayfair is offering up to $100 in savings on hundreds of desks for kids. You can filter the desks by color, age, price and special features such as sets, keyboard tray, assembled, and more.
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Back to school mask deals
Amazon | Save on a variety of face masks
You can find hundreds of face masks on Amazon that come in different sizes and fabrics such as disposable, mesh, and cotton. You’ll also find several bulk orders to choose from so you can stock up for the new year.
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Back to school clothing deals
Back to school electric scooter deals
Razor Power Core 90 Electric Powered Scooter: $117 $97 at Walmart
Travel to school in style with the Razor Power Core 90 scooter that’s currently on for $97 at Walmart. The electric scooter offers 80 minutes of continuous ride time and comes is available in neon pink or green.
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Razor E300 Electric Scooter: $269.99 $249 at Amazon
Get the top-rated Razor E300 scooter on sale for $249 at Amazon. The electric scooter offers up to 40 minutes of continuous use and features 250 watts of power and can produce speeds of up to 15 mph.
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See the best cheap laptop deals and the best cheap tablets of 2020.
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