E-Rate
Ensuring that schools and libraries across the U.S. are connected to information and resources through the internet
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
Summer Contact Period “Summer Deferral” Starts May 26
May 26, 2023
Starting May 26, if our first attempt to contact you is on or after May 26, and we do not receive a response to our questions, we will put your application on a deferred status and will continue the review of your application sometime after September 9....
Read MoreAppeals of FY2023 USAC Decisions
May 26, 2023
USAC began issuing FY2023 funding commitment decision letters (FCDLs) on April 28, 2023. If you disagree with...
Read MoreJune 30, 2023, is the last day to receive recurring services for Funding Year...
May 26, 2023
June 30, 2023, is the last day to receive recurring services for Funding Year (FY) 2022. If...
Read MoreE-Rate Discontinuing Search Commitment Tool
May 26, 2023
USAC will sunset the legacy Search Commitments Tool in June 2023. The tool has been replaced...
Read MoreE-Rate Productivity Center (EPC) Outage Due to System Maintenance: May 28 –29
May 24, 2023
The E-Rate Productivity Center (EPC) and the EPC training site will be unavailable from Sunday, May 28...
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