E-Rate
Ensuring that schools and libraries across the U.S. are connected to information and resources through the internet
Upcoming Dates
FY2024 Application Filing Window
Window closes on
March 27, 2024
at 11:59:59 p.m. EDT
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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
— or —
Pay for services and invoice USAC for reimbursement
Announcements
E-Rate Productivity Center (EPC) Outage Due to System Maintenance: March 15-16
Feb 21, 2024
The E-Rate Productivity Center (EPC) and the EPC training site will be unavailable from Friday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m. ET through Saturday, March 16 at 12:00 p.m. ET for monthly system maintenance. During this time, users will be unable to log in to and use EPC....
Read MoreE-Rate Customer Service Extends Additional Hours
Feb 20, 2024
The Customer Service Center (CSC) has added additional hours to support applicants in advance of the close...
Read MoreUSAC One Portal Maintenance – February 9
Feb 5, 2024
USAC will perform system updates on One Portal on Friday, February 9 from 8 p.m. to 11...
Read MoreCertify FCC Form 470 Deadline: February 28
Jan 29, 2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024 is the last day that you can submit and certify an FCC Form...
Read MoreE-Rate Pre-Commitment Question and Answer Session
Jan 29, 2024
This webinar event is designed as a question-and-answer session. Participants should review the prerequisite materials prior to...
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