Campus footprint
Consider the number and location of sites, including remote locations that may have different access options.
Connectivity for Schools and Libraries
E-Rate helps eligible schools and libraries make broadband and telecommunications services more affordable. Explore how the program works, what to consider when planning your connectivity needs, and how Alaska Communications can support your organization with solutions and local expertise.
E-Rate is the federal Schools and Libraries Program. It provides discounts on eligible
internet access, telecommunications and related network equipment and services for
eligible schools and libraries.
Discounts generally range from 20% to 90% of eligible costs, based on
program factors.
Eligibility and the current funding year's Eligible Services List determine what a
particular applicant can request.
Review applicant eligibility and establish access to USAC's E-Rate Productivity Center (EPC).
Consult USAC for the current funding year, filing dates, any applicable exceptions and complete instructions. Follow this official link: Get started with E-Rate at USAC
Review your full learning environment: the number and location of campuses or branches, simultaneous users, cloud applications, video, upload demand, internal network capacity, security, and continuity when a connection fails. Remote sites may have different access options from larger communities.
These questions help a school or library understand its needs while retaining control of its procurement. USAC's current Eligible Services List is the authority on what E-Rate may support.
Alaska Communications is an E-Rate service provider serving Alaska schools and libraries. Our offerings include internet connectivity and data networking (Ethernet and MPLS), with terrestrial and satellite options available for differing locations. We also offer managed network and security services.
Our team can provide information about the capabilities and availability of Alaska Communications services and respond to eligible competitive requests for services. E-Rate eligibility is determined based on the services requested and the applicable funding year.
Yes. Alaska Communications designs customizable and scalable connectivity solutions based on the unique needs of each school, district, library, or educational organization. Whether you're supporting a single campus, a district with multiple locations, or a rural library, we can tailor technology solutions to align with your educational goals, operational requirements, and budget.
Leveraging a statewide network, modern connectivity technologies, and local expertise, we help schools and libraries access reliable, high-performance connectivity that supports digital learning, online testing, administrative operations, community access, and future growth. From urban campuses to some of Alaska's most remote communities, we work to deliver the connectivity and technology resources organizations need to stay connected and succeed.
Planning Your Connectivity Needs
When planning your connectivity needs, consider your full learning environment - from locations and users to bandwidth demand, security and resiliency.
Network Demand
Account for users, cloud applications, video and upload requirements across your organization.
Resiliency & Security
Plan for network capacity, security requirements and continuity when connectivity is disrupted.
Our Services
Alaska Communications delivers customized connectivity solutions tailored to the unique needs of schools and libraries, from campus networking and high-speed internet to secure communications and managed services. Leveraging our modern statewide network, we bring enterprise-grade connectivity to rural and hard-to-reach communities across Alaska. Backed by a dedicated team with specialized expertise, we provide end-to-end support from network design and implementation to ongoing technical assistance, helping schools and libraries stay connected as their needs evolve.
Capabilities may include*:
- Business internet
- Dedicated connectivity
- Network resiliency
- Managed network solutions
- Connectivity across Alaska
*Eligibility of products and services for E-Rate discounts is determined by the FCC and administered by the E-Rate division of USAC.
Connectivity for Healthcare
The Rural Health Care (RHC) Program helps eligible healthcare organizations access more affordable broadband and telecommunications services. Explore how the program works, what to consider when planning your connectivity needs, and how Alaska Communications can support your organization with solutions and local expertise.
RHC helps eligible healthcare providers obtain telecommunications and broadband services needed to deliver care. It has two components. The Healthcare Connect Fund (HCF) provides a 65% discount on the eligible portion of qualifying broadband connectivity expenses. The Telecommunications Program reduces the cost of eligible telecommunications services for rural providers based on the difference between applicable rural and
urban rates
within a state. Eligible organizations may participate in one or both programs, depending on their needs and program requirements.
Begin by reviewing USAC's eligibility guidance. USAC publishes the full process, forms, filing periods and current
requirements. Follow this official link:
Get started with RHC at USAC
Map the locations that need service and the applications they depend on: telehealth sessions, clinical systems, voice or intersite data, etc. Consider bandwidth in both directions, latency, uptime expectations, power and network backup, support needs and whether a remote site requires a different access technology.
These general planning questions help you discuss service capabilities with potential providers.
Alaska Communications offers dedicated internet, data networking (Ethernet and MPLS) and satellite connectivity options, along with managed SD-WAN and firewall services. Our Alaska network includes terrestrial and undersea fiber routes and other access technologies. Available services and performance depend on the site.
Our team can discuss the capabilities and availability of our products and services for eligible program participants, including options that support clinics, hospitals and multi-site health systems.
Yes. Alaska Communications designs customizable and scalable connectivity solutions based on the unique needs of each healthcare organization. Whether you're supporting a rural clinic, regional hospital, or multi-site health system, we can tailor technology solutions to meet your operational, clinical, and budget requirements.
Leveraging a statewide network, modern connectivity technologies, and local expertise, we help healthcare organizations deliver patient care, support telehealth initiatives, and connect urban and remote locations across Alaska.
Planning Your Connectivity Needs
When planning your connectivity needs, consider the locations, applications and service requirements your organization depends on, including bandwidth, reliability, resiliency and support.
Reliability
Consider uptime expectations, power and network backup, and how interruptions could affect critical operations.
Bandwidth
Evaluate your bandwidth needs for telehealth, clinical systems, voice, intersite data and other applications.
Resiliency
Consider support needs, backup options and access technologies appropriate for each location.
Our Services
Alaska Communications delivers customized connectivity solutions tailored to the unique needs of healthcare providers, from high-speed internet and multi-site networking to secure communications and managed services. Leveraging our modern statewide network, we bring enterprise-grade connectivity to rural and hard-to-reach communities across Alaska. Backed by a dedicated team with specialized expertise, we provide end-to-end support from network design and implementation to ongoing technical assistance, helping healthcare organizations maintain reliable connectivity and support evolving patient care needs.
Capabilities may include*:
- Business internet
- Dedicated connectivity
- Network resiliency and redundancy
- Managed network solutions
- Connectivity across Alaska
*Eligibility of products and services for Rural Health Care Program discounts is determined by the FCC and administered by the Rural Health Care Division of USAC.
