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K-12 and Library Erate Information

Erate Program Overview

Eligible non-profit schools and libraries may receive discounts ranging from 20 percent to 90 percent on eligible telecommunication services, depending on economic need and location (urban or rural).
Application Process Overview

Before you apply (and potentially get lost in form names and numbers), read this quick overview of the entire process.
Application Specifics for Merit's Network

Connected Applicants � Links to the SLD site (where you will find all the appropriate forms and instructions), and also links to Michigan-specific and Merit-specific information that you will need.
Erate Updates for Libraries
Erate Updates for K-12 Education

E-rate 2012

Merit has been participating in the E-rate program since its inception. As the chosen service provider for many of Michigan's ISDs, school districts, and libraries, we know that planning ahead for your connectivity needs helps to streamline the application process and reduce headaches in the years ahead.

Filing window opened:
January 9, 2012

Filing window closes:
March 30, 2012

All FCC Forms 471 electronically filed or postmarked by that date and time will be considered IN WINDOW.

Please contact your Member Relations Regional Manager for assistance.

Erate Documents
	E-Rate Discount Program Information
	E-Rate Form 471, Block 5, Item 21: Service Description: Dedicated Internet Access
	Erate Checklist

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