Upcoming Dates
FY2024 Application Filing Window
Window closes on
March 27, 2024
at 11:59:59 p.m. EDT
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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
— or —
Pay for services and invoice USAC for reimbursement
Announcements
Program Integrity Assurance (PIA) Review and Selective Review Process Webinar
Mar 13, 2024
USAC will host a Program Integrity Assurance (PIA) Review and Selective Review Process Webinar, April 18, 2024 at 2 p.m. This webinar will provide E-Rate participants with an overview of the Program Integrity Assurance (PIA), Selective Review and the funding decision processes. Register to participate.
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