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
E-Rate Systems Consolidation
Oct 1, 2023
USAC is consolidating its E-Rate SL Legacy systems into the E-Rate Productivity Center (EPC). All E-Rate invoicing related forms – the FCC Forms 472 (Billed Entity Applicant Reimbursement (BEAR)), 473 (Service Provider Annual Certification (SPAC)), and 474 (Service Provider Invoice (SPI) and (eSPI)) – will be moved into EPC...
Read MoreUpcoming E-Rate Systems Consolidation Webinars
Sep 27, 2023
USAC will be hosting an E-Rate systems consolidation Training Overview webinars in October to introduce upcoming changes,...
Read MoreUSAC Announces E-Rate 2023 Fall Training Schedule
Sep 27, 2023
USAC has confirmed the E-Rate Fall 2023 Training dates for applicants and service providers that wish to...
Read MoreE-Rate Productivity Center (EPC) Outage Due to System Maintenance: September 17-18
Sep 13, 2023
The E-Rate Productivity Center (EPC) and the EPC training site will be unavailable from Sunday, September 17...
Read MoreLegacy System and E-File Outage Due to System Maintenance: September 15-16
Sep 11, 2023
The Schools and Libraries (E-Rate) Program legacy systems and E-File will be unavailable from 9:00 p.m. ET...
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