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.
Create an EPC Account
Competitive Bidding
Select Service Providers
Apply for Discounts
Application Review
Start Services
Invoice USAC
Announcements
Urgent Reminder Letter Error
Oct 29, 2026
Some program participants received an “Urgent Reminder Letter: You are Past the Invoicing Deadline” in error.
USAC recently sent urgent reminder letters telling some applicants and service providers that “the E-Rate Program Invoice Deadline Date (IDD) has passed and there have...
Read MoreUSAC Emergency System Maintenance on October 22
Oct 23, 2026
USAC performed emergency system maintenance on Thursday, October 22, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET. During...
Read MoreEPC Category Two (C2) Updates
Oct 22, 2026
USAC made updates to EPC to better enable school and library applicants (including Tribal libraries) to request...
Read MoreE-Rate In-Person Training Materials Available
Oct 22, 2026
E-Rate experts provided training, discussed program updates, and answered questions from new and experienced participants in Phoenix,...
Read MoreUse Open Data to Confirm Invoicing and Service Delivery Deadlines
Oct 22, 2026
In some cases, your Invoice Deadline Date (IDD), and/or Service Delivery Deadline (SDD) for non-recurring services may...
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