Caltech's fraud detection team investigates falsified college applications
A four-person verification team at the California Institute of Technology examines admitted students' applications for signs of fraud, including analyzing fonts on certificates, checking transcript details, and verifying signatures on awards. The effort reflects broader concerns about cheating and AI-assisted deception in college admissions across U.S. institutions.
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