Upcoming Dates
Summer Deferral Period Ends September 5
September 5, 2025
Our summer deferral contact period is defined as the Friday before Memorial Day through the Friday after Labor Day. For 2025, the summer deferral contact period began May 23, and will end Friday, September 5. If participants were unable to respond during this period, the form or request was placed in a deferred status. Once the deferral period ends, USAC will continue its regular review process and, if it cannot make contact with applicants, it will continue reviewing with the information provided, which may result in a reduction or denial of funding.
September 9, 2025
2025 In-Person E-Rate Training – Denver, CO
E-Rate experts will provide training, discuss program updates, and answer questions from new and experienced participants. Registration for these two in-person training events will begin on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 3:00 pm ET (this time has been adjusted to better serve program participants on both the East and West coast). For more information on these events and to register, visit the In-Person E-Rate Training Events webpage.
E-Rate In-Person Training – Denver, CO: September 9, 2025, at the Lowry Conference Center located in the Community College of Aurora – Lowry Campus, 1061 Akron Way, Denver, Colorado.
September 16, 2025
2025 In-Person E-Rate Training – Washington DC
E-Rate experts will provide training, discuss program updates, and answer questions from new and experienced participants. Registration for these two in-person training events will begin on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 3:00 pm ET (this time has been adjusted to better serve program participants on both the East and West coast). For more information on these events and to register, visit the In-Person E-Rate Training Events webpage.
E-Rate In-Person Training – Washington, DC: September 16, 2025, at the Federal Communication Commission headquarters, 45 L Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. There will be an option to attend virtually.
September 18, 2025
Fall Training: E-Rate Program Overview
This webinar will provide an overview of the E-Rate application process and explain basic program concepts. We will also highlight the recent FCC Form 470 updates and managing your Category Two budget. This webinar is intended for program participants of all levels and will include a question-and-answer session. Register
September 25, 2025
Fall Training: Pre-Commitment Process
This webinar will discuss the E-Rate Pre-Commitment process. This includes how to get started, competitive bidding, applying for funding, and Program Integrity Assurance (PIA) review. This webinar is intended for program participants of all levels and will include a question-and-answer session. Register