Activate Digital Learning
The FCC’s E-Rate Program provides eligible schools and libraries in the United States with funding from a Universal Service Fund to enhance digital learning and stay connected with telecommunications and information services affordably.
The program addresses two categories for E-Rate funding. Category 1 covers Broadband and Internet Access services, whereas Category 2 covers internal networking infrastructure.
Cambium Networks provides internet connectivity solutions to schools and libraries that are eligible for either funding category.
Latest E-Rate Updates
E-Rate Funding Year 2026 represents the first year of a new five-year funding cycle. Find more information on E-Rate initiatives and related links here.
Application Process
Step 3
Apply for Discounts
Submit Form 471 – Determine Invoice Method
Program Integrity Assurance (PIA) Review
Step 4
Services Start
Confirm to USAC that services have started and report CIPA with Form 486
Submit Form 498 for BEAR payments
Eligible Products
Indoor and Outdoor Wi-Fi Access Points
cnMaestro Management
cnMatrix Enterprise Switches
Fixed Wireless for connecting buildings
We Strive To Bring Simplicity To E-Rate Program
View Our Resources:
Wi-Fi Designer Heat Map Tool
cnMaestro Cloud Management
Contact a Specialist To Discuss Your School Connectivity Needs Today!
Primary Education Solutions
We offer right-sized network solutions tailored to the requirements of education.
Transforming Education and Connectivity – Cambium Networks Success Stories
“The challenges of digital learning stretched our legacy networks to their limits. By partnering with Cambium Networks, we significantly boosted the network’s capacity and reliability, which has been crucial for supporting our expansive educational goals in Wicomico.”
Jeremy Ford, Technology Infrastructure Manager, Wicomico County Public Schools
Partner E-Rate Resources
Partner Playbook
Visit the partner portal for all of your E-Rate needs.