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by John Harrington
March 4, 2016

Coming March 18: E-rate Manager® v16.1

We are pleased to announce version 16.1 of E-rate Manager® to help applicants successfully manage and prepare E-rate paperwork and record keeping.
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by Verlyne Jolley
March 4, 2016

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...
Applicant EPC Forms FY 2016
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by John Harrington
February 26, 2016

Announcing E-rate Manager v16.1

We're preparing to release version 16.1 of E-rate Manager®. First launched in 2004, our award winning web site provides you with everything you need to manage your E-rate funding commitments....
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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...
Application Process Forms
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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...
Discount Rates Funding Availability FY 2016
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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...
Discount Rates Funding Availability Funding Commitments
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by John Harrington
January 29, 2016

Timing Your Application

USAC has announced that E-rate funding applications can be submitted starting February 3. It is good to see the filing window open in February and… I recommend that most applicants...
Applicant Dates and Deadlines FY 2016 USAC
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by Verlyne Jolley
January 21, 2016

Tips for EPC, Filing 470s

Last week we listed 5 things that every applicant should be doing now to get ready for the 2016 Filing Window. For the next couple of weeks, we will look...
Applicant Application Process FY 2016 How to Apply
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