Save money on dorm and college essentials — from essential tech like laptops, tablets, and headphones to backpacks, dorm supplies, and pillows.
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If you're heading back to college this fall — be it in person or online — Prime Day is your best opportunity to save some money on upgrades or necessities.
Amazon Prime Day is from July 12 to July 13 this year, but you'll also find competing sales at Target, Best Buy, Walmart, and more that might also be worth your time — and some may outlast Prime Day deals. Below, we're highlighting the best discounts on college supplies in the mass of deals this year — including those we've personally tested and recommend year-round.
Save up to 49% on a new laptop or tablet during Prime Day.
Prime Day deals on backpacks and bags
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Save up to 47% on durable and organization-friendly backpacks from brands such as Adidas and VASCHY.
Prime Day deals on headphones
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Save up to 30% on some of our all-time favorite headphones during Prime Day 2022 from brands like Apple, Bose, Skullcandy, and Samsung.
Prime Day deals on dorm and apartment essentials
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Pick up the dorm essentials — sheets, speakers, TV, decor, handheld vacuum — for up to 40% less until July 13.
Miscellaneous Prime Day deals for college
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Save on the other miscellaneous essentials you'll need at school — from the best Kindle on the market to a Tile Pro that will find your lost wallet for you.
Prime Day FAQs
Is Prime Day only for Prime members?
Yes, you will need to have an Amazon Prime membership to take advantage of the deals during Prime Day.
It's worth noting that beyond Prime Day, a Prime account includes free two-day or same-day shipping. It also includes Prime Video, Prime Music, Prime Try Before You Buy (formerly Prime Wardrobe), and other perks.
Other retailers are offering competing Prime Day deals around the same dates that Prime Day takes place. Some retailers with physical locations offer the benefit to pick up items on the same day, as long as the location has your item in stock.
Historically, Walmart, Target, and Best Buy are the major contenders to keep an eye on during the event, as they match some of Amazon's all-time low prices without the subscriber barrier to entry.
