Low Cost Internet Available to UDA Families

Submitted by Paul Caputo on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 8:32pm

Starting with the 2011-2012 school year, Comcast has launched a new program created to bring low-cost internet to students and their families. Families are eligible to participate in the Internet Essentials program if they live where Comcast offers Internet service; have at least one child receiving free school lunches through the NSLP; have not subscribed to Comcast Internet service within the last 90 days; and do not have an overdue Comcast bill or unreturned equipment.

While participating in Internet Essentials, families receive:

  • Fast home Internet for just $9.95 a month + tax;
  • No price increases, no activation fees, or equipment rental fees;
  • A low-cost computer available at initial enrollment for just $149.99 + tax; and
  • Access to free Internet training - online, in print and in classroom

Call 1-855-8-INTERNET (1-855-846-8376) to request an application.