Student and Scholarship Scams
Scammers know students need money and lack experience with official processes.
Common scams
- Scholarships that charge application fees.
- Student loan “forgiveness” services that ask for payment.
- Fake housing or textbook sellers.
- Work-from-home jobs that require upfront costs.
Protect yourself
- Use official education and government sites.
- Never pay to apply for aid.
- Do not share ID numbers or login details.
Key takeaway: Legitimate scholarships and aid do not charge fees. Always use official sources.
