E-Rate
Ensuring that schools and libraries across the U.S. are connected to information and resources through the internet
Upcoming Dates
FY2025 Application Filing Window
Window closes on
March 26, 2025
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
FCC Releases California Wildfires Relief Order
Jan 17, 2025
On January 16, 2025, the FCC released Order DA 25-63 waiving certain rules and deadlines to provide relief to victims located in areas of California that are affected by the spread of wildfires and straight-line winds California Wildfires.
Read MoreService Provider Selection and the FCC Form 471 E-Rate Question & Answer (Q&A) Session
Jan 8, 2025
On January 30, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST), E-Rate subject matter experts...
Read MoreCompetitive Bidding (FCC Form 470) E-Rate Question & Answer (Q&A) Session
Jan 8, 2025
On January 23, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST, E-Rate subject matter experts will walk you...
Read MoreEligible Services E-Rate Question & Answer (Q&A) Session
Jan 8, 2025
On January 16, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST), E-Rate subject matter experts...
Read MoreFY2023 Invoicing Reminders
Dec 18, 2024
There are two important invoice deadlines for FY2023 recurring and non-recurring services coming up early in 2025....
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