Buying Term Papers Online: Facts and Fictions

By: Aijalyn Kohler
Submitted: 2007-01-17 16:43:00
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According to a recent study, 30% of college students fail their courses for not handing in their term papers on time. However, with many courses requiring weekly (or even daily) papers, in addition to a term paper, and many of today's students juggling school, work, family, and a social life, time is the one thing all students are short on. Many are choosing to handle this problem by purchasing term papers online. But, according the Ivy Survey, more than 80% of papers purchased online are plagiarised. At most universities the penalties for plagiarism are severe, ranging from failure to expulsion. As more professors begin using plagiarism checking software, the dangers of purchasing a paper increase. So, what is the savvy student to do? Following a few simple tips will allow you to safely purchase a high quality paper, while avoiding the risk of a plagiarism accusation.

First, understand that the same guidelines apply when shopping online as in the real world. Try to buy from a well-established and reputable company. Before you purchase a paper, take the time to do some preliminary investigation. Answering a few important questions now can save you a lot of heartache in the future.

Are all of their papers written from scratch? This is the most important consideration. Some unscrupulous companies copy papers off of Web, or sell the same paper over and over again. This is guaranteed to be detected by plagiarism checking software. Also, many professors scout the Web for pre-written papers. Avoid any company that dos not guarantee that its papers are 100% original.

Do they have a clear privacy policy listed? Avoid companies that do not explicitly tell you how they will use your information. Maintaining a privacy policy is part of being a responsible online business. Companies without a privacy policy may use your information for marketing purposes, including selling it to third parties. If the company does have a privacy policy, read and understand it.

Do they have a return policy? Make sure that you understand how the company will handle any complaints you have. You should choose a company that will revise your paper free of charge if you are dissatisfied with it. If the paper you receive is completely unacceptable, the company should offer you a refund. If the company has no policy for dispute resolution, go elsewhere.

Do they have a reputation? If you can, ask your friends for recommendations. If this is not possible, check the Web. If the company uses PayPal as a payment provider, check their PayPal profile. Are they listed on another reputable, community-reviewed site, such as Ebay, MySpace, or RentACoder? Check their comments and/or feedback. See if a quick Google search turns up anything. Often, people will discuss their experiences with a particular company on forums and newsgroups.

If you have the time, consider contacting the company prior to making an order. The timeliness and courtesy of the response is a good indication of the company's customer service ethic. Do not do business with a company that does not reply to you quickly, and take the time to address all of your concerns.

When you have chosen a company, and are ready to make your purchase, remember to fill out the order form in as much detail as possible. If your instructions are incomplete or unclear, it will cause delays in processing your order. However, if you are requested to provide irrelevant personal information such as your security number, do not do so. The company does not need anything other than your contact information, order details, and payment information. If the company demands information that you do not feel comfortable providing, do not do business with that company.

By following these guidelines, you will be able to purchase a high-quality term paper safely, and free up your time for other things.

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