E-Rate
Ensuring that schools and libraries across the U.S. are connected to information and resources through the internet
Manage Your Account
Access your E-Rate Productivity Center (EPC) account, submit forms, and file your invoices by logging into One Portal.
How It Works
The Schools and Libraries (E-Rate) program provides funding towards eligible services for schools and libraries.
Eligible Applicants
Public or private schools (K-12), libraries, and groups of schools and libraries (e.g., consortia, districts, systems) can apply for discounts on eligible services. See the full list.
Eligible Services
Internet access, telecommunications services, and related equipment are eligible for discounts. See the full list.
The Process
These steps will help applicants navigate the process to get funding. For service providers, please follow these steps.
Competitive Bidding
Selecting a Service Provider
Applying for Discounts
Application Review
Starting Services
Pay for discounted services
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Pay for services and invoice USAC for reimbursement
Announcements
Open Data Webinar Part 2: Creating Reports and Visualizations
Jul 24, 2025
This follow-up webinar to the Open Data Overview (Webinar 1) dives more deeply into using E-Rate's tools. Participants can expect tangible examples on how to create custom reports and visuals for an enhanced program experience. To be successful in this webinar, you should have attended Webinar 1....
Read MoreOpen Data Webinar Part 1: Open Data Overview
Jul 24, 2025
Enhance your E-Rate program experience with Open Data, USAC’s data sharing platform. This webinar is the first...
Read More2025 In-Person E-Rate Training
Jun 26, 2025
E-Rate experts will provide training, discuss program updates, and answer questions from new and experienced participants. Registration...
Read MoreFCC Form 470 and the Competitive Bidding Process Webinar
Jun 19, 2025
This webinar will provide E-Rate participants with information on how to file the FCC Form 470 and...
Read MoreService Providers: File any SPACs for Prior Years
Jun 19, 2025
If you haven’t already filed your FCC Form 473 (SPAC) for FY2024 and earlier, the deadline to...
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