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 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 at 7:00 p.m. ET through Monday, September 18 at 1:00 a.m. ET for monthly system maintenance. During this time, users will be unable to log in to and use EPC....
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...
Read MoreHurricane Idalia Response
Sep 5, 2023
On September 1, 2023, the FCC released Order DA 23-805, waiving certain Affordable Connectivity Program, Emergency...
Read MoreHawaii Wildfires Response
Aug 18, 2023
On August 18, 2023, the FCC released Order DA 23-723, waiving certain Affordable Connectivity Program, Lifeline,...
Read MoreE-Rate Productivity Center (EPC) Outage Due to System Maintenance: August 20-21
Aug 16, 2023
The E-Rate Productivity Center (EPC) and the EPC training site will be unavailable from Sunday, August 20...
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