Program Details
What does "ACP" stand for?
Affordable Connectivity Program
To qualify for the ACP, household income must be ____% under the federal poverty level?
Under 200%
What benefit does the ACP Provide?
A discount of up to $30 a month for broadband service ($75 for households on qualifying Tribal lands), and a one-time discount of $100 toward the purchase of a connected device (laptop, desktop or tablet) from participating providers
Participation in which government programs qualify families for ACP?
SNAP, Medicaid, Free/Reduced Lunch, Federal Public Housing, SSI, Veterans Pension, WIC, student attends Community Eligibility Provision.
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How does the ACP define a "household"?
A household includes people living at the same address who have combined incomes and household expenses.
Are undocumented individuals eligible for ACP?
Yes! ACP does not ask for immigration status, meaning undocumented individuals can receive this benefit. Undocumented individuals may be eligible for federal programs such as the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). If an undocumented individual receives WIC, for example, they can use that as proof of eligibility.
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, how many college students took online courses in 2020?
75% reported taking some or all classes online
How many (in millions) households are enrolled in the ACP as of August 2023?
If a household qualifies for ACP because a student in the home qualifies for free lunch, do they still qualify when the student graduates?
No, the family will need to re-apply. However, if the student continues on to a post-secondary school and receives a Pell Grant, then they may use their award letter to continue to receive the benefit.
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