Digital Learning and E-rate Funding
Capture your share of $3.9B
Listen to our recent webcast to hear how Howe Public Schools is using E-rate to revitalize their network infrastructure and improve teaching and learning. John Harrington, CEO of Funds for Learning, also provides an E-rate update.
Let Us Help
Top ten tips from E-rate pros
Tip #5: Assess network needs and prioritize
44% of E-rate applicants say their Wi-Fi network is four years old, and 72% believe Wi-Fi is critical to fulfill their organization's mission.
District uses E-rate to build robust, easy-to-manage network
See more case studies"We wanted to implement a one-to-one learning environment, and we wanted to provide robust, reliable service to students who might not have a connection at home."
Scott D. Miller
Director of Technology
Wayne Highlands School District
How to apply for E-rate funding
Step 1: Plan and design
Build your network design to meet your digital learning initiatives.
Step 2: Assess funding
Review E-rate eligible services and your discount level to know how much funding you can apply for and how much you'll need to come up with or fund from other sources.
Cisco product eligibility database
USAC Eligible Services List (ESL)
Step 3: Request proposals
File E-rate Form 470 to start the competitive bidding process. Review responses and select a service provider.
Step 4: Apply for funding
File Form 471 before the filing window deadline (usually in the Spring).
More E-rate funding available now than ever before
New to E-rate or need a refresher? Here's what you need to know.
Find out nowEl Centro did it. So can you.
See how you can use E-rate and the power of digital to transform education in your school.
Read white paper
Offers for K-12 education
Education product SKU
These products include an Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty that expands Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) support from 90 days to 3 years.
U.S. K-12 Bundled Warranty
Get 12 months of Cisco TAC access, software updates, and Cisco.com access, and up to 36 months of advanced hardware replacement.
WebEx for K-12
Connect your classrooms with Cisco WebEx. Connect anyone, anywhere, on any device.
Learn more about special offers for K-12 schools.
News and events
Learn the latest E-rate news
Funds for Learning provides analysis, guidance, and commentary.
What's new from USAC
Stay up to date on what’s new from USAC, the E-rate program administrator.
For Partners
Are you a Cisco partner? Log in to see additional E-rate resources.
Looking for a solution from a Cisco partner? Connect with our partner ecosystem.