NWU warns students of admissions fraud
In a Facebook post the university noted that scams are being run, where individuals claim to be able to help students secure a place at the university for a fee.
According to Louis Jacobs, director of corporate communications at the NWU, the university does not charge any fee for assistance in admissions.
'Only the official Admissions Office can assist with applications. Report any suspicious activity to report-fraud@nwu.ac.za,' Jacobs said.
Learn more about fraud: https://brnw.ch/21wTwsa
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