E-Rate Resource Center for Connectivity

Maximize Your Funding. Modernize Your Network. Empower Student Success.

Our E-Rate eligible products are designed to empower schools with reliable, high-performance networks that support seamless digital learning experiences. Explore how RUCKUS can help you optimize your school's network infrastructure, enhance online education, and ensure equitable access to technology for all students.

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The future of education is powered by connected learning. That’s why we help schools and libraries design affordable, fast, and secure networks that unlock digital learning for every student.

Through the U.S. E-Rate program, eligible institutions can stretch budgets further with discounted Internet access and connectivity services. We make the process simple—helping identify eligible solutions and deploy AI-driven, future-ready infrastructure that supports modern learning now and for years to come.

See how RUCKUS helps you make the most of E-Rate.

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"Our digital learning plans have taken off since we upgraded to RUCKUS.”

Director of Technology Dr. Kevin Collins, San Leandro Unified School District

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"Security was a top concern, and RUCKUS gave us peace of mind with a secure and stable connection throughout campus.

Superintendent Dr. Tony Sinanis, Herricks School District New Hyde Park, NY

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Find a RUCKUS E-Rate Partner

Looking for a RUCKUS partner that provides E-Rate solutions? We can help.

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Infographic: 6 Steps for a Successful E-rate Season

Infographic with info and links about filing for E-rate

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Education Product Ordering Guide for E-Rate

Learn about what RUCKUS products and services are available through E-Rate funding.

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Common E-Rate Mistakes (& How to Avoid Them)

Don't miss out on funding. Check out our list of common E-Rate filing mistakes and how to avoid them.

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Category 2 budget tool

Calculator

Use the E-Rate calculator from E-Rate Profit Works to calculate and see your actual E-Rate Category 2 budget right now! Just have your billed entity number (BEN) ready.

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E-Rate Eligibility Product Search

Please enter one or multiple Part Number/ SKUs (separate with a comma).

This search engine will help you verify the product/ SKU eligibility for E-Rate.
The results can be exported to pdf and used as an official certification for proof of eligibility.
Please contact our E-Rate helpdesk for any questions eratehelpdesk@commscope.com

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Connecting Communities Through Smarter Broadband Access

The Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband (SHLB) Coalition is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) advocacy organization based in Washington, D.C. They strive to close the digital divide by promoting high-quality broadband for anchor institutions and their communities.

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