E-rate Analysis

by John Harrington

87% of School Sites Apply for C2 Funds

Analysis shows strong C2 demand. 63% of schools, 20% of libraries have maxed their C2 budget.

by Cathy Cruzan

68% of USAC Appeals Tied to FCDLs

Majority of appeals submitted via EPC are tied to USAC's review of funding applications.

by John Harrington

FY2019 Window Closes with Vibrant Activity

Strong need for E-rate funds. Lower C1 pricing and strong C2 demand. Apr 17 webinar offers recap.

by John Harrington

States Match $48 Million for Broadband

Demand is growing for extra E-rate funds tied to states' support of special construction projects.

by John Harrington

470s Foreshadow Potentials and Pitfalls

For FY2019, applicants seeking C2 is up 15%; but as many as 8% may have misfiled for Internet.

by John Harrington

February 22, 2019

Last Day to File FY2019 Form 470: Feb. 27

The last date Form 470 can be filed is February 27; Category Two postings are on the rise.

by John Harrington

February 15, 2019

4-out-of-5 E-rate Sites Have Used C2 Funds

Most sites have benefited, but libraries and small schools are lagging. FFL offers 0-1-2-3 plan to help.

by John Harrington

February 9, 2019

9,863 E-rate Coordinators Lead Process

46% of applicants count on staff to administer E-rate process. 1 in 4 staff manage consultants.