E-rate Analysis

by John Harrington

Better Prices Keep Broadband $ in Check

Initial FY18 analysis shows steady demand for broadband, small drop in on-campus, & end of voice

by John Harrington

E-rate Applicants Need to Hit Submit

Now is time to apply. 13,196 applicants have already submitted forms prior to Mar 22 deadline.

by John Harrington

Public Schools Biggest Consumer of E-rate

In 2017, public schools directly submitted 78% of the total demand for E-rate funds.

by John Harrington

471s Both Leading and Lagging Last Year

As of March 1, applicants are ahead of last year's pace, but earlier deadline may lead to trouble.

by John Harrington

February 23, 2018

Count of FY18 E-rate RFPs Shows Progress

After several years in decline, the number of applicants posting RFPs appears to be leveling off.

by John Harrington

February 16, 2018

Budgets Lead to One-Quarter of C2 Denials

25% of USAC C2 denials stem from requirement applicants reduce project costs.

by John Harrington

February 9, 2018

Multiyear Contracts Impact Count of 470s

More FY2018 RFPs are being posted, but expect fewer due to multiyear contracts.

by John Harrington

February 2, 2018

Big Jump in E-rate Return of Funds

In 2017, FFL estimates that 282 applicants were asked to repay a total of $60.9 million.