How Nigerians and African Students Can Avoid Ghost College Scams in Australia
Sadly, some Nigerians and African students fall victim to “ghost colleges”: unregistered institutions that promise admission, but vanish with your money or leave you with a worthless enrollment letter.
Studying in Australia requires enrolling in a legitimate CRICOS-registered institution. We ensure you never fall into these traps by connecting you only with approved, trustworthy schools.
What is a Ghost College?
A “ghost college” is a fake school or agency that:
Offers too-good-to-be-true tuition fees.
Provides fake Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) letters.
Has no campus, teachers, or CRICOS registration.
Disappears after collecting payment.
Warning Signs of a Ghost College
No CRICOS code or government registration.
Website has poor grammar, no contact info, or fake reviews.
Pressure to pay quickly without transparency.
Agent discourages direct contact with the “school.”
How Afrovo Protects Students
Only works with CRICOS-approved Australian schools and colleges.
Verifies all COE letters before lodging your visa.
Provides transparent fee structures with no hidden charges.
Guides students to legitimate institutions that lead to real qualifications.
“A friend almost got scammed by a fake school. Afrovo helped me choose a real university, and now I’m studying confidently in Sydney.”
— Ifunanya, Nigerian Student
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