Upcoming Dates
There are no upcoming dates at this time.
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
SL News Brief Issued
Jun 11, 2021
The 6/11/2021 issue of the SL News Brief is now available. Receive E-rate Program tips, deadline reminders, and answers to your questions in this weekly newsletter. Subscribe to it and receive it each week in your inbox.
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Jun 4, 2021
The 6/4/2021 issue of the SL News Brief is now available. Receive E-rate Program tips, deadline reminders, and answers to your questions in...
Read MoreE-rate Productivity Center (EPC) Outage Due to System Maintenance: June 6-7
Jun 3, 2021
The E-rate Productivity Center (EPC) will be unavailable from Sunday, June 6 at 7:00 p.m. EDT through Monday, June 7 at 12:00...
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May 28, 2021
The 5/28/2021 issue of the SL News Brief is now available. Receive E-rate Program tips, deadline reminders, and answers to your questions in...
Read MoreE-rate Productivity Center (EPC) Outage Due to System Maintenance: May 30 –31
May 26, 2021
The E-rate Productivity Center (EPC) and the EPC training site will be unavailable from Sunday, May 30 at 7:00 p.m. EDT through...
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