They may also ask for your personal information, such as your account number, Social Security number, or FSA ID, and use it to access your account or commit identity theft. You should never pay for student loan assistance or share your information with anyone who contacts you unsolicited. If you need help with your student loans, you should contact AES directly or visit the official websites of AES1 or the Department of Education.
Phishing scams
These are emails, texts, or calls that pretend to be from AES or the Department of Education and ask you to click on a link, open an attachment, or provide your information. The link or attachment may contain malware that can infect your device or steal your data. The information you provide may be used to access your account or commit identity theft.
You should never click on any links or open any attachments that you are not expecting or that look suspicious. You should also never provide your information to anyone who contacts you unsolicited. If you receive a phishing message, you should delete it or report it to AES or the Department of Education.
Advance fee scams
These are companies that ask you to pay an upfront fee to get a lower interest rate, a loan modification, or a loan cancellation. They may claim to have a special relationship with AES or the Department of Education and guarantee you a positive outcome. However, these companies are not authorized to negotiate on your behalf and cannot guarantee you anything.
They may also disappear with your money and leave you with more debt. You should never pay an upfront fee for any student loan service or believe any guarantees that sound too good to be true. If you need help with your student loans, you should contact AES directly or visit the official websites of AES1 or the Department of Education.
Conclusion
AES student loans are one of the many types of student loans that you may have to repay after graduating from college. AES is a loan servicer that handles the billing, payment, and customer service for your loans. You can manage your AES student loans online, by phone, by mail, or by mobile app. You can also apply for loan forgiveness or discharge if you meet certain criteria.
