Pell Grant fraudulent charges are taken very seriously as it is a federal crime. Fraud charges can result in job/school suspension, jail time and huge fines. Currently, there is no direct form or online tool with the Federal Student Aid Department to report Pell Grant fraud. The Federal Student Aid Department will refer you to the financial aid counselor of the university where the fraud occurred. Pell Grant fraud must first be reported to the financial counselor of that student's school. The financial counselor then will gather evidence and verify the case before it goes to higher authorities.
- Letters, emails and other evidence of Pell Grant fraud
- Contact information of the financial aid counselor at the school the person in question attends
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Instructions
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Set up an appointment with the financial aid counselor of the school the student in question attends or attended during the time when the Pell Grant fraud occurred.
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Discuss the evidence with the financial aid counselor concerning the fraud charge. Give the financial aid counselor all relevant evidence, including letters, emails and so on. You may want to preserve copies for yourself.
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Remain in contact with the financial aid counselor as she conducts an investigation into the fraud charge. You may need to fill out additional paperwork concerning the investigation. Additional paperwork may include police reports, court affidavits, and statements about your evidence and the fraud charge.