Have you heard about the Cox low income internet plans?! There are several programs that can help you save money on your internet bill. In fact, if you qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program, you could get free service through these plans!
In this article, we’ll discuss all the different Cox low income internet plans. We’ll help you figure out which ones you are eligible for and how to apply for them.
Connect2Compete for Kids
This program, called Connect2Compete, allows Cox Communication customers to get internet service for just $10 per month if they have an eligible K-12 student in their household.
What is the Connect2Compete program?
The Connect2Compete program provides discounted internet service to families who have K-12 students in their households. The plan is just $10 per month.
The Connect2Compete plan offers download speeds of up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 5 Mbps. The WiFi modem lease and self-installation service are all included in the price and there is no long-term contracts.
When you sign up, you’ll also receive free internet access to over 4 million Cox-affiliated WiFi hotspots. That’s a great way to stay connected wherever you go!
Who is eligible for Connect2Compete?
In order to be eligible for the Cox low income internet plan, you must meet the following requirements:
- You must live in the Cox Communications service area.
- You must live in an area where the Connect2Compete promotion is available.
- You must have a K-12 student in your household.
- Your household must participate in a means-tested government assistance program such as SNAP, TANF, LIHEAP, WIC, National School Lunch Program, Head Start, Section 8, or Public Housing.
- You must not be a current Cox High Speed Internet customer and you cannot have had any Cox internet service within the last 90 days.
Since the program is only available to certain eligible customers, you may be asked to recertify your eligibility every year. If something happens and you no longer meet the terms of this program, you will have to choose a different Cox plan to keep your internet service connected.
As long as you remain eligible, you should be able to receive the Connect2Compete discount for at least two years based on the pricing details available on the Cox website.
Need a computer?
When you are approved for the Cox low income internet plan, you’ll also have the option to purchase a low-cost computer from PCs for People.
This organization provides refurbished computers at a low price for people who meet their eligibility requirements. There are desktops, laptops and other devices available.
In order to claim your computer, you will need to visit PCs for People or call them at (651) 354-2552.
How to Apply for Connect2Compete
If you’re interested in applying for Cox Connect2Compete, you can apply online. The first step is to provide your address to make sure that service is available in your area.
Since the criteria for the Cox low income internet plan is similar to the criteria for the Affordable Connectivity Program, you may want to apply for the ACP as well. This program can provide a $30 subsidy on your internet bill, which would more than cover the $10 cost for the Connect2Compete program. That means that your internet bill could be completely paid by the ACP credit!
Each household can submit one application for service. If you apply multiple times, it can cause problems in the system and result in unnecessary delays.
ConnectAssist for Low Income People
If you don’t have an eligible K-12 student in your household, there’s another Cox low income internet program that may be able to help you. This one is called ConnectAssist and it does not require you to have a child in your house.
What is ConnectAssist?
ConnectAssist is a new Cox low income internet plan that serves low income people who don’t have a child in their household. The plan is $30 per month.
Through the ConnectAssist plan, customers will receive download speeds of up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 3 Mbps. The WiFi modem rental is included in the price of the plan. There are no long term contracts required and no fees for data overages.
Who is eligible for ConnectAssist?
In order to be eligible for this Cox low income internet plan, you must meet the following criteria:
- You must live in the Cox Communication service area.
- You must live in an area where the ConnectAssist promotion is available.
- You must participate in a means-tested government assistance program such as SNAP, WIC, SSI, Public Housing, Pell Grants, Veterans Pensions, or certain Public Housing, Tribal or Medicaid programs.
You will be asked to periodically prove that you still meet the eligibility guidelines for this program. If your eligibility changes, you may need to pick a different Cox internet plan to keep your service connected.
How to Apply
If you want to apply for ConnectAssist, you can apply online. You will need to enter your address to make sure that you are in an eligible service area.
If you meet the requirements for a Cox low income internet plan, you may also be eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program. Don’t forget to apply for that program, too!
Other Low Income Internet Options
If you are unsatisfied with the options for Cox low income internet plans, then you may be interested in low income internet plans from other providers. We’ve found about a dozen other low income internet assistance plans that can help you save money while improving your connectivity. Check our Internet Guide for details.
Summary
If you are eligible for a Cox low income internet plan, you could receive internet for $10-$30 per month. When you apply the Affordable Connectivity Program subsidy, your internet bill could be completely covered. In this article, we reviewed both low income internet plans, their eligibility guidelines and application instructions so that you can get started right away.
Nicole Thelin
Nicole is the founder and lead researcher of Low Income Relief. After a personal experience with poverty and homelessness following her husband's sudden medical discharge from the U.S. Army, Nicole discovered the life-changing impact of community resources. This experience ignited her passion for empowering others to navigate similar crises. Nicole launched her writing career at age 16, working for various newspapers and publications. Her commitment to in-depth research and accessible content has been recognized by Google for Publishers and other industry leaders. For over 20 years, she has applied her investigative skills to uncover the most helpful, up-to-date information on benefits programs and community resources, ensuring Low Income Relief maintains the most extensive resource databases available.