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Empowering K-12 Connectivity with Juniper and E-Rate
Juniper Networks makes it easy for K-12 schools and libraries to design, deploy, and maintain secure, reliable, high-performance networks through the FCC’s E-Rate program. With Juniper’s wired and wireless solutions, you can simplify operations, reduce costs, and give students the connectivity they need to succeed.
What is E-Rate?
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) created the Schools and Libraries Program (E-Rate) to make broadband and internal network equipment more affordable for eligible institutions.
E-Rate discounts cover:
- Category 1: Data transmission and internet access
- Category 2: Internal connections, managed internal broadband services (MIBS), and basic maintenance of internal connections (BMIC)
Eligible entities include public/private K-12 schools, school districts, and public libraries.
Why Choose Juniper with E-Rate?
AI-Native Simplicity
Juniper Wi-Fi access and Marvis, the industry’s first AI-native network assistant, deliver proactive troubleshooting and predictive reliability.
Lower Total Cost of Ownership
Independent analysis shows up to lower 5-year TCO compared to leading competitive brands.
Unified Wired + Wireless
EX Series and QFX Series switches integrates seamlessly with Mist Platform’s Cloud for one consistent management experience.
Education Proven
School districts like Coppell ISD and Abilene ISD use Juniper to power digital learning at scale.
Eligible Juniper Products Under E-Rate
Juniper publishes a dedicated Eligible Services List (ESL) every funding year. The following highlights show what’s covered:
Category 2 – Internal Connections
- Juniper Wireless Access Points + Juniper Wi-Fi Assurance – Fully eligible
- EX Series/QFX Series Switches – Fully eligible for distribution/access layers
- Routers (ACX Series, MX Series) – Eligible where used for internal connections
- Basic Stateful Firewall (SRX Series) – Eligible; advanced services (IPS, UTM, ATP) not eligible
Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS)
- Marvis AI Assistant – Can be partially eligible under MIBS, depending on bundle
Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections (BMIC)
- Juniper Care Core – 100% eligible
- Juniper Care Next-Day / Onsite – Partially eligible
Juniper E-Rate Bundles (EDU SKUs)
To simplify procurement, Juniper offers EDU bundles designed for E-Rate funding:
- EX Series Switch Bundles – Pre-packaged with 3-year Next-Day support (e.g., B-EX2300-24P-EDU through B-EX4650-EDU).
- Mist Access Point Bundles – AP45 and AP64 kits with 1/3/5-year Wi-Fi Assurance. (Note: bundles including Marvis VNA require cost allocation since Marvis is not IC-eligible.)
How the E-Rate Process Works
- Post a Form 470 to request bids from service providers.
- Select BlueAlly as your vendor and enter our SPIN number (143044080).
- File Form 471 with Juniper ESL SKUs for eligible products/services.
- Receive funding commitment from USAC, then order through your Juniper partner.
- Deploy your network with Juniper’s EDU bundles and support. If a SPIN change is required later, follow USAC’s SPIN Change guidelines.
Get Started Today
Juniper provides everything you need to plan and purchase E-Rate eligible solutions:
- Juniper’s FY2025 Eligible Services List (PDF)
- FCC E-Rate Program
- E-Rate Application Process Flowchart
- Determine Your E-Rate Category Two Budget
- Calculate Your School District Category Two Budget
- Juniper E-Rate Products and Services Eligibility List
Build an AI-native network that helps students, teachers, and communities thrive, with funding designed to make it possible.
