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Apple rarely offers significant markdowns on its products, making the back-to-school season one of the best times to buy everything from MacBooks to Beats by Dr. Dre headphones and more.
Apple launched its back-to-school promotion early this year: the sale is happening now. Apple’s back-to-school sale usually starts in early July and runs until late September.
Yes! Apple’s promotion has begun.
To be eligible for Apple’s education pricing and back-to-school discounts, you need to fall into one of these categories:
If you’re eligible, head to Apple’s Education Store online or your local Apple Store to shop the sale.
Apple has a history of running similar deals year-to-year, which typically include freebies and other perks when you buy select MacBooks and iPads. This year, it’s offering a pair of AirPods with select Mac and iPad purchases. You can also save up to $100 on an iPad and get 20% off AppleCare.
Finding a discount on Apple products takes some research, patience and a little bit of luck. Fortunately, we’ve found some solid ways to save if you missed or don’t qualify for the back-to-school sale:
Don’t qualify for Apple education pricing, but still want a deal? Try these top retailers that are known for offering authentic Apple products at a discount:
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