AT&T Access: Low-income internet program

Through the AT&T Access Program, qualified AT&T customers can get low-income internet service for $30/mo. with speeds up to 100 Mbps. The $30/mo. Access from AT&T plan comes with unlimited monthly data.

In the right circumstances, customers can get an even cheaper internet plan. According to AT&T, any qualified customer whose max speed available is under 50 Mbps can get Access for $15/mo. with a data cap of 1.5 TB/mo. However, overage charges will apply.

What is AT&T Access?

Access from AT&T provides low-cost internet service for eligible households. It includes a Wi-Fi gateway device and installation. There are no equipment fees, annual contracts or deposits required.

How to qualify for the AT&T Access Program

There are four ways you can qualify for the Access program:

• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): You will need a copy of one of the following: Your SNAP card showing the participant’s name, SNAP card and government-issued ID with name and photo (front and back of the card) or a SNAP participation or benefits letter from a local SNAP office.
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for California residents only: You will need a copy of the award letter from the Social Security Administration (SSA) or benefit verification letter confirming that a resident of the household has qualified for the SSI benefits.
• Income: Check the table provided on the online form for the maximum income* allowed for the number of people in your household. Send a copy of your current employer W-2 or SSA-1099 form, paycheck stubs for the most recent month or statement of benefits from Social Security, unemployment or workers’ compensation.
• National School Lunch Program (NSLP): You’ll need a copy of the award letter and proof of enrollment (including date, school name, school district, child’s name and address).

*Household income based on 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.

How to apply for the AT&T Access Program

You can apply here to be considered for the AT&T Access Program, which can provide internet under 100 Mbps to qualified households for $15 to $30/mo. Ensure you have the above documentation ready when you start the online application.

Does AT&T still offer ACP?

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) provided free internet for qualified customers between 2022 and early 2024. The program’s federal funding ran out, leaving millions without an internet lifeline.

AT&T now uses the Access program to provide internet access cheaply to income-qualified customers.

Other options for low-income internet

There are other income-qualifying programs for low-cost internet, including the federal government’s Lifeline program, which can give you up to $9.25/mo. off your bill. 

Some internet providers also have discounts on internet plans for military members. For example, AT&T offers a 25% discount.

Native Americans living on Tribal lands can also find assistance for cheap internet, including an enhanced Lifeline program with $34.25/mo. toward an internet plan.

Check out other low-income internet options and participating internet service providers (ISPs) in Allconnect’s low-income internet guide.

Other ISPs with low-income programs

If AT&T isn’t available in your area, other internet providers offer low-income internet access:

• Optimum Advantage Internet – Internet speeds up to 50 Mbps for $14.99/mo.
• Cox Connect2Compete – Up to 100 Mbps for $9.95/mo. for families with children
• Mediacom Connect – Up to 100 Mbps for $28.99/mo.
• Spectrum Internet Assist – Pricing varies
• Xfinity Internet Essentials – Speeds up to 50 Mbps for $9.95/mo.

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