[Erate] 2016 Form 471 Filing Window Extended!!

[Carson, Sabrina]

While this was a very sensible and much needed move on the part of USAC, I urge ALL applicants to keep working diligently on their applications. The complexity of the new system, the data entry requirements, and EPC technical challenges have created a much heavier burden on applicants. Many of you could find yourself in a real bind if you wait until the last minute to file. If you're unsure what to do next, please call or email us!
4/15/2016 - FY2016 Window Extended

Today, USAC announced that the FY2016 application filing window is extended to allow applicants more time to submit their applications.

First, we are extending the window for all applicants by four weeks with a new closing date of May 26, 2016. With the recent deployment of bulk upload templates and additional updates and solutions coming over the next few weeks, we believe that the IT systems will be sufficiently stable to allow most applicants, and all schools and school districts, sufficient time to file their applications by May 26.

Second, when the window closes on May 26, we will open a second filing window for consortia and libraries, which will close on July 21, 2016. We recognize that consortia and libraries are unable to complete their applications until their member/related school district(s) finalize their discount rates in the system.

Please read the special edition News Brief<http://www.usac.org/sl/tools/news-briefs/preview.aspx?id=685> for more information.


Please excuse any typos or the occasional strange word in my emails. During my busy season, I often use speech-to-text to increase efficiency, and sometimes I don't have time to properly proofread. Thanks

Please excuse any typos or the occasional strange word in my emails. During my busy season, I often use speech-to-text to increase efficiency, and sometimes I don't have time to properly proofread. Thanks for understanding.
Sabrina Carson
e-Rate Coordinator | Willamette ESD
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