Imagine getting a call that says you’re a reference for a student loan you never signed up for – it’s a curveball that catches many off guard. The pattern from +1‑866‑363‑5638 points to Nelnet’s outbound outreach, often framed as a debt collector trying to locate co‑signers or verify references. If you’re unsure, ask for a written verification, note the agent’s name, and hang up before sharing personal data. Check your credit report for any unknown loans, and consider placing a do‑not‑call block on the number. Staying calm and confirming the caller’s legitimacy protects you from potential scams and unwanted collection pressure.
A voicemail from this number claimed to be from Nelnet, but the message was intended for someone else, and attempts to verify this with Nelnet were unsuccessful, leaving the authenticity of the call in question.
I recived a voice message from a women who didnt leave her name, but mentioned that someone I use to know, Latasha Fleming, had given them my name as a referance.
After listening to the recording multiple times, I realized that the representative, Leticia, was speaking on behalf of a company trying to collect a student loan from my son. However, her misleading introduction caused unnecessary concern. I wish them luck in collecting the debt, considering my son's difficulties with employment after dropping out.
On Friday, they left a message from someone named Greg, speaking rapidly about a student loan and referencing a Naomi Forte, but I have no knowledge of this person - when I called back, all I got was a high-pitched sound.
Avoid anwsers from this number its a nuisence
Upon receiving a call from this number, a woman inquired about a person named Joseph, to which I replied that she had dialed the wrong number, and I believe it's crucial to be cautious and verify the authenticity of such calls to avoid potential scams
this debt collector is just trying to harrass people, they get payd to do so, and they dont care about our feelings.
I didnt appresheate the call I recived from this number.
Loan companies should verify references before listing them, as people may be listed without their knowledge or consent.
It's possible that the caller has the wrong number, and is searching for someone else
This number is associated with Nelnet Student Loan Servicing, and calls are typically made to individuals who have missed payments or are listed as references on loan applications.
Some individuals may feel compelled to complain about these calls, rather than engaging with the caller
Frankly, you indivijuals are misinformed, this number is not trolling for information, the people they are calling in reference to listed that number as a reference when they took out student loans, which doesnt necesarily need your permision to happen, and as for your deceased nephew, they would reqire documented proof that he's deceased becuse many people try to get out of student loan repayment by saying they're dead.
Nelnet has been attempting to gather information about my deceased nephew by sending a request for data and current telephone numbers, displaying a lack of awareness or sensitivity.
On my home phone, I recieved 4 messages from 866-363-5638, where the caller would leave a persinalised message and request a callback regarding a 'Manuel Nunez', whom I dont know. After returning the call, they explianed that 'Manuel Nunez' had listed me as a reference, which I disputed, and the representive 'Blake' disclosed that the company was a student loan firm called NELNET.
Multiple calls have been received, stating that someone left the recipient's name as a reference, but the caller's intentions are unclear and cause concern.
This number cald my friend and told them to call back, when they did, they were put on hold for 20 minutes, it was a recording about payment options.