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
USAC Customer Support Centers Closed – November 25-26, 2021
Nov 22, 2021
In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, the USAC Customer Support Centers will be closed Thursday, November 25 and Friday, November 26.
The Lifeline and Emergency Broadband Benefit Program Customer Support Centers will remain open on Friday, November 26.
The Schools and Libraries (E-rate) program legacy systems and E-File will be unavailable from 9:00 p.m. ET...
Read MoreCertain USAC Customer Support Center Closing Early, Friday, Nov. 12, 2021
Nov 11, 2021
USAC’s Customer Support Centers for E-rate, High Cost, and Rural Health Care will close at 5 p.m....
Read MoreE-rate Productivity Center (EPC) Outage Due to System Maintenance: November 14 –15
Nov 10, 2021
The E-rate Productivity Center (EPC) and the EPC training site will be unavailable from Sunday, November 14...
Read MoreCertain USAC Customer Support Centers Closed, Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021
Nov 9, 2021
In observance of Veteran’s Day, USAC’s Customer Support Centers for E-rate, Emergency Connectivity Fund, High Cost, Rural...
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