Read our Scams 101 Guide to learn more about scams!
Review the information on the GT Cyber Security website to proactively monitor your identity and finances for fraud/theft!
View the PDF of GTPD's Officer Rodriguez's Scams Presentation!
Report the incident to Georgia Tech's Police Cyber Security Team!
View a recording of GTPD's Officer Rodriguez's Scams Presentation!
Inspect your devices for any harmful software, viruses, malware, spyware, etc!
REMEMBER THESE TIPS IF YOU GET A CALL LIKE THIS
- Always verify who you are speaking to.
- Never give out your personal information - this includes account numbers, Social Security numbers, passwords, or any other identifying information.
- If you feel the call is unexpected or suspicious - just hang up!
IDENTIFY THEFT AND FRAUD PREVENTION RESOURCES
- If you are dealing with identity theft, visit this site for next steps: IdentityTheft.gov - Recovery Steps
- If you have lost important documents or had any information stolen, visit this site for tips about protecting your identity: IdentityTheft.gov - When Information is Lost or Exposed
- Please find information about warning signs of Identity Theft on this site: IdentityTheft.gov - Warning Signs of Identity Theft
- Visit this site for identity theft and fraud prevention tips: Identity Theft | FTC Consumer Information
BEWARE OF DHS IMPOSTERS. IF SOMEONE CONTACTS YOU AND YOU SUSPECT A SCAM:
- Do not share personal or financial information
- Do not send money
- End the call, stop replying or leave the situation
- Contact your DSO
- Report it to the ICE Tip Line at 1-866-347-2423
- Review the Study in the States webpage for more information: https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/2026/02/beware-of-dhs-imposters-protecting-foreign-students-from-scams
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
- If you think you owe taxes, you can call the IRS at 800-829-1040 and they may help you arrange a payment plan.
- Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration
- Federal Trade Commission
- Visit uscis.gov/avoidscams for more information on common scams targeting immigrants.
- https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-urges-public-to-stay-alert-for-scam-phone-calls
- https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/dont-fall-for-scam-calls-and-emails-impersonating-irs
- Advice for International Students to help avoid Tuition Payment Scams
- Scam Alerts | FTC Consumer Information