"This scholarship is
guaranteed or your money back."
No one can guarantee that
they'll get you a grant or
scholarship. Refund
Guarantees often have conditions
or strings attached. Get
refund policies in writing -
before you pay.
"You can't get this
information anywhere else."
There are many free lists of
scholarships available.
Check with your school or
library before you decide to
pay someone to do the work
for you.
"May I have your
credit card or bank account number to
hold this scholarship?"
Don't give out your credit
card or bank account number
on the phone without getting
information in writing
first. It may be a set-up
for an unauthorized
withdrawal from your
account.
"We'll do all the
work."
Don't be fooled. There's no
way around it. You must
apply for scholarships or
grants yourself.
"The scholarship will
cost some money."
Don't pay anyone who claims
to be "holding" a
scholarship or grant for
you. Free money shouldn't
cost a thing.
"You've been
selected" by a 'national foundation' to
receive a scholarship, or
"You're a finalist" in a
contest that you never
entered.
Before you send money to
apply for a scholarship,
check it out. Make sure the
foundation or program is
legitimate.
