Laundry detergent is just one of many essential cleaning supplies. Find even more on Amazon. (Courtesy of Amazon)

If you haven’t started shopping for your college student’s dorm room or apartment, the time is now. Back to school is just a few weeks away and Amazon Prime Day has loads of deals for all kinds of essentials.

Your student will need everything from twin XL sheets for the dorm mattress to kitchen items for an apartment. Check out this roundup of deals we scoured from Amazon’s list of Prime Day sales happening July 12-13.

Get sheets in your university's colors. (Courtesy of Amazon)

Dorm mattresses usually require Twin XL sheets -- that means extra-long. You can score a deal with this Amazon Basics 5-Piece lightweight microfiber Bed-In-A-Bag Comforter Bedding Set ($26.44, originally $39.99). The set is available in a broad array of patterns for men and women.

Towel sets are available in several colors. (Courtesy of Amazon)

Get at least two sets of towels/washcloths to make life and laundry easier. Amazon Basics Quick-Dry Towels - 100% cotton, 3-piece set ($11.28, originally $16.12).

This discounted desk chair has rollers and an adjustable seat. (Courtesy of Amazon)

A chair like this Ergonomic Mesh Computer Chair with Lumbar Support ($38.99, originally $41.46) makes studying more comfortable.

This service for four is enough for sharing with roommates. (Courtesy of Amazon)

Apartment dwellers need dishes. You can’t go wrong with this basic white 16-piece porcelain dinnerware set ($22.33, originally $37.99).

A hot water kettle is a good basic for a dorm or apartment. (Courtesy of Amazon)

Amazon Basics electric glass and steel Hot Water Kettle ($20.36, originally $27.99) heats water for tea, ramen noodles(!) and more.

This small profile microwave warms food in a flash. (Courtesy of Amazon)

Comfee Countertop Microwave Oven -- 0.7cu.ft, 700W ($73.79, originally $81.99) requires minimal space, but is big enough to handle cooking needs.

Airfryers rival microwaves for convenience and do a better job. (Courtesy of Amazon)

The Dreo 9-in-1 Digital Airfryer ($71.80, originally $89.99) heats and cooks everything from pork chops to leftover chicken wings.

Remember to pack extra clothing hangers. (Courtesy of Amazon)

You can never have enough clothing hangers. These 30-pack Amazon Basics Slim, Velvet, Non-Slip Suit Clothes Hangers ($11.56, originally $20.47) save space in the closet.

The Vornado fan requires limited space. (Courtesy of Amazon)

Air conditioning can be limited in college housing. The Vornado mid-size, whole room air circulator fan ($54.99, originally $69.99) will make a room comfortable. You might want to buy one for the living room and another for the bedroom.

Laundry detergent is just one of many cleaning supplies. Find even more on Amazon. (Courtesy of Amazon)

Remember cleaning supplies, especially All laundry detergent for sensitive skin 2-pack ($20.24, originally $32.11).

I am a commerce writer for cleveland.com. I help readers find the best deals on life’s necessities and indulgences. You can reach me at pwolfe@cleveland.com. Here’s a directory of my posts.

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