ED OIG
@EducationOIG

The official account of the U.S. Department of Education Office of Inspector General. If you suspect waste, fraud, or abuse report it to the OIG Hotline.

 Washington, DC
oig.ed.gov/
Joined December 2009
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Thinking about exaggerating details on your FAFSA to get more aid? Don’t. Providing false information is a crime and can lead to serious penalties, including prison and fines. See real cases in our Semiannual Reports to Congress: oig.ed.gov/resources/congres… #FAFSA #StopFraud #OIG
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ALT Open laptop of a table in front of a window with studentaid.gov open. Text reads: What’s the OIG’s best FAFSA tip for students and parents? Tell the truth.

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Just Issued! Our September Monthly Highlights Report is now available on our website. It’s your one-stop look at summaries of the reports we issued, news on some of our criminal investigations, and more. Check it out now! oig.ed.gov/sites/default/fil…
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It’s World Teacher Day, where we celebrate the hard work and commitment of teachers everywhere—and a big thanks to those who also bravely step forward to report fraud in their schools! If you suspect fraud, report it to the OIG. oig.ed.gov/oig-hotline #WorldTeacherDay #OIG
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If you suspect fraud or other corruption involving Federal education funds, don’t stay silent—report it! The OIG Hotline is the fastest & easiest way to share what you know, and your report could help protect students, schools, and your tax dollars! oig.ed.gov/oig-hotline
Black laptop sitting on top of table in café with oighotline.ed.gov on the screen. Text reads: Suspect fraud? Let us know. Oighotline.ed.gov

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We have just issued our statutory Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014 Audit of the U.S. Department of Education’s Information Security Program and Practices for Fiscal Year 2026. Read the report now: oig.ed.gov/reports/audit/fed…

Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014 Audit of the U.S. Department of Education’s...

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Three members of a Michigan-based fraud ring were sentenced to prison for their roles in a $16 million student loan fraud scheme. Read the press release: justice.gov/usao-edmi/pr/thr…

Three Fraudsters Sentenced to Combined 235 Months in Federal Prison

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Watch Now! Assistant Inspector General for Investigation Services Jason Williams on Arizona Family sharing information “ghost students” and student aid fraud: azfamily.com/2026/09/30/phoe…

Phoenix woman falls victim to $20K ‘ghost student’ fraud

“Ghost students" are enrolled in classes at campuses across the country, taking out loans that will never be repaid.

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National Ghost Hunting Day is over, but our ghost-busting efforts don’t stop! Why? Because fraud rings & their ghost students target millions in Federal student aid. Learn more: oig.ed.gov/sites/default/fil… #GhostStudents #FraudRings #StudentAidFraud #ProtectYourIdentity
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It’s National Ghost Hunting Day! We’re not chasing spooky spirits; we are hunting ghost students used by fraudsters to steal Federal student aid. Help us bust them! investigatetv.com/2025/07/11… #GhostStudents #FraudRings #StudentAidFraud #KnowTheRedFlags #ProtectYourIdentity #OIG

‘Ghost Students’: Why this growing scam is spooking students, educators

It's a growing form of fraud in higher education: criminals creating fake student enrollments using stolen or made-up identities to illegally claim financial aid. Consumer Investigator Caresse...

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Just issued: OIG has just issued a report titled on Georgia’s Savannah-Chatham County Public School System’s administration of the Magnet Schools Assistance Program grant. Read the report now: oig.ed.gov/reports/inspectio…

Savannah-Chatham County Public School System’s Administration of the Magnet Schools Assistance...

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We are #AuditorProud! #OIG auditors deliver independent, objective, and thorough audits that have led to improvements in ED programs and even changes to some of our nation’s most important education laws! Learn more: oig.ed.gov/ #AuditProfession #OIG #FraudPrevention
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State auditors and CPAs conducting single audits: the OIG offers free, education‑specific resources available 24/7, and we’re here to support you whenever you need additional guidance. Explore the tools available to help you complete your audits. oig.ed.gov/non-federal-audit…
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It’s National Forensic Science Week! We’re so proud of OIG forensic analysts who work with our criminal investigators to protect Federal funds from fraud. Interested in a forensic #career at the OIG? Learn more oig.ed.gov/careers #NationalForensicScienceWeek #ForensicScience
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Fraudsters are targeting college students with schemes to steal money and personal information. Learn the warning signs and stay protected. oig.ed.gov/resources/free-ma… #StudentAidFraud #StopFraud #KnowTheRedFlags #OIG
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It’s Constitution Day! What a great day to learn about the Constitution, our government, and the OIG! Learn more about who we are, what we do, and who we serve (spoiler alert: it’s you!) oig.ed.gov/about #ConstitutionDay #OIG
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New reports and information are now available on the OIG website! This includes reports on Department operations, higher education, and K-12, including our special report on fraud at the K-12 level. Check them out today: oig.ed.gov/reports/list
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ICYMI - Pennsylvania public charter school and its former CEO agree to pay nearly $4 million to resolve False Claims allegations. Read the press release: justice.gov/usao-edpa/pr/fra…

Franklin Towne Charter High School and Its Former CEO Agree to Pay

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Scam Alert! Promises of student loan forgiveness, debt relief—all used by criminals to lure you into their traps. Don’t fall for it! Learn how to protect yourself: oig.ed.gov/sites/default/fil… #ScamAlert #StudentLoanScams #StudentAidFraud #KnowTheRedFlags #ProtectYourIdentity #OIG
3D Illustration of a computer, phone, and credit card with a red alert over them. Text reads: Protect yourself against student loan scammers. Learn about the different types of scams. Oig.ed.gov/resources/free-materials

ALT 3D Illustration of a computer, phone, and credit card with a red alert over them. Text reads: Protect yourself against student loan scammers. Learn about the different types of scams. Oig.ed.gov/resources/free-materials
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Today, we remember and honor the lost lives, the heroes who answered the call, and the strength that carried us forward as a nation. We will never forget. #September11
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Student Aid Administrators: You’re on the front line against student aid fraud and we’re here to help you however we can! Get tips, OIG contact info, and more: oig.ed.gov/sites/default/fil… #StudentAidFraud #StopFraud #KnowTheRedFlags #OIG
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ALT Man in white button down and navy suit jacket sitting at a desk typing on a computer. Text reads: Financial Aid Administrators: Spruce up your fraud detection skills. Check out our free resources. Oig.ed.gov/resources
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