Learn if you Qualify for Reduced-Cost Home Internet

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Learn if you Qualify for Reduced-Cost Home Internet

Broadband internet providers in Prince William County offer programs that allow qualifying families to receive reduced-cost home internet access. The typical cost to qualifying families is $9.95-$19.99 per month.

How does my family qualify for reduced-cost home internet?

Each broadband internet provider has its own rules for who can receive reduced-cost home internet.

Typically, families can receive reduced-cost home internet if any household member qualifies for a benefit program such as SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, or TANF. Some providers may allow families to participate in their program if they qualify for free or reduced-price school meals, or if they participated in the Affordable Connectivity Program.

Which internet providers offer reduced-price home internet in Prince William County?

The following broadband providers in Prince William County offer reduced-cost home internet. Visit these external sites to learn more:

How can I get proof that my child receives free or reduced-price school meals?

Parents/guardians that have applied for free and reduced-price school meals and parents/guardians of students attending Community Eligibility Provision schools will receive an email and/or letter from the PWCS Food and Nutrition Department stating that the child(ren) listed in the letter has been approved to receive free or reduced-priced school meals. The approval letter from the PWCS Food and Nutrition Department can be used as proof of eligibility when applying for reduced-cost home internet.

For more information on applying for free and reduced-price meals, visit the PWCS Nutrition website.

Parents/guardians who are eligible and have not received an approval letter by the end of August or need a replacement should contact the Food and Nutrition at 703-791-3151 to request a new copy.

What if I don't qualify for reduced-price home internet, or my family still needs assistance?

If your household does not qualify for reduced-cost home internet or still needs assistance with home internet access, please contact your child’s principal. PWCS provides schools with a limited number of internet hotspots to help support households in need.

How can I get technical assistance for my PWCS hotspot?

The hotspots are managed by PWCS. Parents/guardians should contact the PWCS Help Desk for technical assistance. The help desk is open from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.