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The U.S. Department of Education sent an alarming letter to colleges and universities about financial aid fraud in online distance learning programs. The letter — which recommends ways to limit such fraud in the future – follows a September report from the department’s inspector general that reviews the growth of financial aid credit and identity fraud in relation to online programs. Read More
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emailOnline Safety Infographic: College Students Face Higher Risks of Credit Fraud
Posted on Tuesday, October 11th, 2011 by Elaine Rigoli
CreditDonkey, which publishes credit card news and analysis, is worried about college kids. It’s important that parents and students are aware of the risks of credit card fraud and online identity safety so they can keep themselves and their finances safe. Click the headline above to check out a revealing infographic on the many threats facing college students today. Read More
Seven Tips to Guard Against ID Theft On Campus
Posted on Friday, September 2nd, 2011 by Elaine Rigoli
College students are susceptible to identity theft, and the Better Business Bureau has released seven steps they can take to protect themselves on campus. This article — which includes essential security steps students should take immediately — points out that “college students make ideal targets for identity thieves. They generally have a clean credit record and are not as vigilant as other age groups when it comes to taking steps toward protecting their personal information.” Read More
ID Theft: What College Kids Need to Know
Posted on Tuesday, August 16th, 2011 by Elaine Rigoli
According to CBS MoneyWatch, most instances of banking fraud are not due to the bank’s technology being compromised, but because people unwittingly give out their personal banking information to criminals via phishing scams and copycat sites, or their computers become infected with malware. Read the entire MoneyWatch article to find out what college students can do to protect themselves. Read More
College Students and Identity Theft: Ways to Help Protect Yourself
Posted on Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 by Nikki Junker
College is supposed to be fun. It is a time many look back upon with smiles and fond memories. Of course, final exams and uppity professors can put a temporary cramp in an otherwise extended party. The last thing a college student wants to worry about is their identity being stolen. However, with 24% of all identity theft complaints being in the 18-29 year old age bracket, it is a reality college students need to be prepared for. Read on to learn about simple protective measures that can make a significant difference in protecting your teen’s belongings and personal identifying information. Read More