E-rate Commentary

by Peter Kaplan

Record Funds Committed in 2015

A record $3.14 billion in E-rate discounts has been committed for FY2015.

by John Harrington

Bringing Broadband Home

Millions of citizens lack adequate Internet access at home. The FCC's reform of the Lifeline program is an important step in getting those people online.

by John Harrington

Coming March 18: E-rate Manager¬Æ v16.1

We are pleased to announce version 16.1 of E-rate Manager¬Æ to help applicants successfully manage and prepare E-rate paperwork and record keeping.

by Verlyne Jolley

A Quick Guide to Using EPC

We are well into the filing window and there is quite a bit that we have learned about using USAC's new EPC system to complete Form 471 applications. Below is...

by John Harrington

February 26, 2016

Announcing E-rate Manager v16.1

We're preparing to release version 16.1 of E-rate Manager¬Æ. First launched in 2004, our award winning web site provides you with everything you need to manage your E-rate funding commitments....

by John Harrington

February 12, 2016

Share your EPC Feedback

388 applications have been submitted so far during USAC's "soft launch" of its EPC Form 471 application tool. USAC has been diligently gathering feedback from early filers, actively reaching out...

by John Harrington

February 8, 2016

The Telecomm Act Post

Today marks the 20th anniversary of the Telecomm Act, the measure that created the E-rate program. This act helps deliver high speed Internet access to more than 51.9 million students...

by John Harrington

February 5, 2016

Three Facts about the Filing Window

The FY2016 E-rate filing window is officially open. As I approach what is likely to be a challenging season, I find it useful to reflect upon these three facts: Supports...