E-rate Analysis

John Harrington, CEMP

by John Harrington

October 16, 2025

Early E-rate Data Shows Strong Growth in Wi-Fi and Security Infrastructure

Early E-rate bidding data for FY2026 show not just more activity, but a notable shift in what schools and libraries are requesting. With the number of early Form 470 filings...

John Harrington, CEMP

by John Harrington

October 8, 2025

Early E-rate Bidding Activity Signals Strong Start to FY2026

The E-rate bidding season is off to a strong start, with the number of Form 470 requests for proposals (RFPs) filed between July and September 2025 at the highest level...

John Harrington, CEMP

by John Harrington

September 10, 2025

E-rate Keeps Schools and Libraries Connected

New data highlights just how critical the E-rate program has become for America’s classrooms and libraries. From coast to coast, millions of students and community members rely on this support...

by Alfred Njuguna

August 20, 2025

FY2025 Bus Wi-Fi and Hotspot Funding Still Pending

As of August 19, 2025, no funding commitments have been issued for Bus Wi-Fi or Hotspot Service requests under the FY2025 E-rate program. Applicants requested more than $65 million in...

by John Harrington

Nearly Half of E-rate Funding Uncommitted as Schools Approach New Academic Year

49% of FY2025 E-rate dollars still await decisions as of July 30 As schools across the nation prepare for the start of the 2025–26 academic year, an alarming amount of...

USAC Launches FY2026 Form 470 Filing Tool: E-rate Season Officially Begins

Today, July 1, 2025, the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) activated the Form 470 filing feature in the E-rate Productivity Center (EPC), officially opening the door for schools and libraries...

by John Harrington

The Library Wi-Fi Gap: Two-Thirds Aren’t Using Their E-rate Discounts

A Missed Opportunity Imagine discovering that two-thirds of eligible families never use their available food assistance benefits. That is the reality facing libraries when it comes to E-rate Category 2...

by Verlyne Jolley

FY2025 Form 471 Filing Trends: Why Filing Early Matters

As of June 4, 2025, analysis of the FY2025 Form 471 applications reveals a compelling correlation between early submissions and higher funding success rates. By segmenting applications into four distinct...