Student Safety & Guidance
How to Tell a Real Scholarship From a Scam: The Checklist That Could Save You Thousands
Scholarship fraud costs American students and families millions of dollars each year, yet many victims do not recognize the warning signs until it is too late. This practical guide walks students through a concrete red flag checklist, provides side-by-side comparisons of legitimate and fraudulent scholarship communications, and outlines the steps to take if you have already been targeted. Protecting your personal information and your finances starts with knowing exactly what to look for.