Here are 10 tips
from E-rate pros
For two decades, E-rate funds have made technology more affordable for
schools and libraries
across the U.S. In that
time, many have discovered how to make the most of the E-rate dollars
available to them. We’ve taken their input—as
well as recommendations from E-rate consulting
firm Funds for Learning—and developed this list
of best practices: our top tips for E-rate success.
Starting in 2021, at least $8B
in
funding will be available
and the
five-year budget
cycle will be reset.
For schools/districts: (Enrollment) x $167 =
total pre-discount budget $ available.
$4.50 per
square foot for all libraries (both rural and
urban). The per-site funding “floor” will
be
increased from $9,200 per site to $25,000.
55% of schools and libraries
say the application process
is getting easier and faster.
Engage your stakeholders,
take a step back, and consider
the bigger picture.
98% of applicants say their
Wi-Fi network is critical to
fulfilling their mission.
79% of applicants will need to
upgrade their Wi-Fi within
three years.
See where you are today and
what’s needed by viewing our
Network Readiness Checklist.
Days of open
bidding.
Cost is the highest-
weighted factor.
55% of applicants agreed
that it took
less time to
prepare and
file applications
last year.
95% of applicants report
that
E-rate funds are not sufficient
to meet their needs.
work to stay ahead of the game
and keep E-rate funds flowing.
