Prepping for college is both a difficult and fun-filled time for both parents and students. But many are often caught off guard by the exorbitant price tag attached to the transition, and I'm talking about not just tuition, but the cost of setting up a dorm or apartment.
But the good news is that retailers are promoting seasonal campaigns aimed at college students with discounts and coupons to keep more money in your pocket.
Walmart has exceptional deals on college goodies. We found shower caddies for $9, foam mattress pads for $9 and microfiber comforters for $16.
Bed, Bath and Beyond has lots of crates, garbage pails, lamps, and bedding. Plus, look for a $5 coupon that can be found in your mailbox or Sunday newspaper. The coupon expires on August 23, and is good off any purchase of $15 or more. They also provide a list of dorm necessities on their website.
Target is the place to go for trendy items, stocking their shelves with college favorites in cool colors, patterns and textures to bring out the Martha Stewart in everyone.
IKEA, meantime, is a big candy store of sorts. You can find just about everything and anything, from shelving to crates to beds. We even found DVD racks for only $6. Just remember that many of their products require assembly.
Of course, if you are looking for college school supplies check your local Office Depot, Office Max, Staples and Walmart for great buys on scientific calculators, notebooks, pens, pencils and backpacks. Now is the best time of year to buy printer paper.
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