Alternative Discount Mechanisms

Students from households whose income is at or below 185 percent of the federal poverty guideline are eligible for the NSLP.

  • Appeals

    Any party (including, but not limited to entities filing an FCC Form 499, federal universal service program applicants, and service providers) that wishes to appeal a USAC decision must first file an appeal with USAC to seek review of the USAC decision before filing an appeal with the FCC.

    BCAP

    USAC is committed to collecting universal service contributions and disbursing payments to program beneficiaries that are accurate, properly documented, and in compliance with rules established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).