E-rate Analysis

by John Harrington

August 14, 2020

50% of FY2020 Funds Committed

USAC has processed applications for half of the funds. More C1 applications processed than C2.

by John Harrington

$1.24B Committed for 19,512 Applicants

42% of funds requested have been committed, faster than last year. 5,729 applicants still pending.

by John Harrington

Over $1 Billion Disbursed in FY2019

Total funds delivered increases over prior years. Highest level since launch of online portal.

by John Harrington

Fast E-rate Decisions to More Applicants

77% of applicants have already received decisions. Record funding in record time.

by Brian Stephens

Late Applications Decline Again

Despite upsets to normal operating procedures for many applicants due to COVID-19, the count of late-filed FCC Form 471 applications is the lowest in a three year span: In the...

by John Harrington

Record Count of Sites Seek E-rate Support

The Funding Year 2020 filing window is unique in many regards. Setting aside the obvious (i.e. delays brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic), this filing window stands out among all...

by John Harrington

Early 2020: Demand Up and Prices Down

Biggest year since 2015 for on-campus networks. Internet prices drop.

by Brian Stephens

E-rate Can Stretch Edu. Stabilization Funds

More E-rate support from Congress can make highly effective use of CARES funding