Fraudulent Scholarship Scam

In this telephone scam, the caller claims to represent Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation or one of their affiliates. The student is asked to provide their mailing address, phone number, and bank account information "so scholarship funds can be expedited." This is similar to a scam that occurred several months ago in which the solicitor claimed to represent the U.S. Department of Education.

UW Credit Union reminds members never to provide personal or account information to solicitors. For more fraud protection information, please see our October 2004 newsletter or contact a UW Credit Union representative.