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  • ATTENTION: Form 471 Filing Window Dates

    Special Announcement:   USAC has announced that the Funding Year 2016 Application Filing window for the FCC Form 471 will open this Wednesday, February 3rd at Noon, and will close on April 29th. The Form 471 is the next step in the filing process in securing your erate funding for FY 2016 (July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017). In order for us to accurately complete your Form 471, we will need ...

    Posted at January 26, 2016 | By : | Categories : erate | 0 Comment

  • E-Rate Modernization Series: How to Benefit from the Modernization Changes

    USAC hopes to encourage all schools and libraries to adapt a sufficient internet service based on the modernization changes. Significant increases in funding can be made by focusing on increased bandwidth in Category 1 and by carefully utilizing your Category 2 budget.This newsletter will outline the benefits of upgrading your internet service through Category Two, and certain rules and reminders to follow.

    Posted at June 24, 2015 | By : | Categories : erate | 0 Comment

  • E-Rate Modernization Series: How Does The Modernization Affect Me?

    USAC intends to bring sufficient internet access to all schools and libraries - so how exactly is this going to be accomplished? In order to meet this goal, USAC has taken several measures that affect service eligibility. This newsletter will outline the changes to both Category 1 and Category 2 while painting a clearer picture of how exactly E-Rate Modernization will affect - and benefit - your school or library. Changes to Category 1 One ...

    Posted at June 9, 2015 | By : | Categories : erate | 0 Comment