E-Rate

The Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support Mechanism known as E-Rate support connectivity, the conduit or pipeline for communications using telecommunications services and/or the Internet.

E-Rate provides discounts to assist most schools and libraries to obtain affordable Telecommunication services, Internet Access, Internal Connections, and Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections support.

Discounts range from 20% to 90% of the costs of eligible services, depending on the level of poverty and the urban/rural status of the population served.

Highlight of Eligible Equipment

Priority 1 Service

Useful Links:

www.usac.org/sl/
Universal Service Administrative Company - Schools and
Libraries
Main web site for E-Rate Program

http://www.universalservice.org/sl/tools/news-brief/news-briefs.aspx
USAC: E-Rate News Brief
Subscribe to weekly electronic news brief containing
information about upcoming funding commitments, tips to help you through the
application process, and other timely information.

http://www.universalservice.org/sl/tools/eligible-services-list.aspx·
USAC: Eligible Services List
The Eligible Services List provides guidance on the
eligibility of products and services under the Schools and Libraries Program.

http://www.universalservice.org/sl/tools/required-forms.aspx
USAC: Required Forms
All Schools and Libraries forms are available for download.

http://www.universalservice.org/sl/tools/reference-area.aspx
USAC: Reference Area
This section features links to specific information items,
such as fact sheets, that USAC has created to provide further guidance about
the Schools and Libraries Program.

http://www.fcc.gov/learnnet/
Federal Communications Commission
FCC's Website regarding E-Rate

http://www.fundsforlearning.com/
Funds for Learning
Funds For Learning is an educational technology consulting
firm specializing in the federal E-Rate program. Website contains up to date
E-Rate news and resources.