7 Best Items To Buy at Sam’s Club Before School Starts

There are just a few weeks left before summer ends, which means back-to-school shopping is on the horizon, and Sam’s Club is a convenient one-stop shop for all your needs. Whether your student is heading to the classroom or moving into a dorm, having the right supplies can set them up for a successful year, but school shopping is not a cheap task.

According to a 2023 Deloitte study, the price of school supplies has increased by 23.7% in the past two years, and the average household will spend around $875 on school essentials, per the National Retail Federation. 

“K-12 shoppers are budgeting $309.35 on average for electronics ($13.7 billion total), $253.29 for clothing and accessories ($11.2 billion total), $141.62 for school supplies ($6.3 billion total) and $170.43 for shoes ($7.6 billion total),” according to the NRF. For college students, the site estimates families will spend “$1,364.75 on items for the upcoming school year, in line with last year’s record of $1,366.95.” 

With the rising cost of school supplies, making the most of every dollar counts and the warehouse giant has plenty of elevated essentials at a great price to help students prepare and gear up for the new school year. 

• Price: $89.98 compared to Amazon at $199 

The Serta Armless task Chair features an ergonomic, mid-20th-century furniture design made to provide extra support and comfort for long school days. And it’s a steal. You can save $110 buying the chair from Sam’s Club, but order now before it sells out. 

• Price: $9.98 compared to Amazon at $19.97

The assorted essentials kit has everything needed for assignments and school projects. Plus, it’s a big savings. Amazon charges $10 more for the same product, so stock up at Sam’s Club. 

• Price: $49.98 compared to Walmart at $75.55

Crafted from a durable, abrasion-resistant polyester fabric, the Swissgear 3760 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack is lightweight, easy to carry and highly functional, with several pockets to store your things neatly. And, it’s budget-friendly with big savings. The backpack is much cheaper at Sam’s Club than other retailers, so grab one now before it’s too late. 

• Price: 19.98 compared to Office Depot at $29.99

Send your kids back to school in style with the 2-piece Kids’ Backpack Set with a Matching Lunch Kit while saving money at the same time. The adorable matching set is of good value and is of high quality, which helps keep kids organized. 

• Price: $11.74 compared to Staples at $17.46 for 12

You can never have too many pens and now, until August 25th, you can score a good deal on a 16-pack of black or blue Pilot G2 Retractable Gel Pens. 

• Price: $44.98 compared to Target at $78.96

Spruce up your dorm room and add a pop of color with the BirdRock Home Hand-Knitted Lightweight Pouf. The pouf comes in soft silver, pink, almond or navy and is perfect for propping your feet up while studying or using it as a floor cushion to relax from a hard day at school. 

• Price: $10.98 compared to Amazon’s 3-pack at $15.57

Get a head start on staying clean and healthy with disinfecting wipes. Ideal for keeping your dorm room and shared bathroom sanitary. The Member’s Mark product is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by shoppers who appreciate the value and stated the wipes are as effective as name brands.