University of St. Thomas Data Breach Class Action Settlement
By the Class Action Buddy Editorial Team · Last reviewed July 10, 2026
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Who Was Eligible?
Who the settlement covered:
- You received a data breach notification letter from the University of St. Thomas
- You are or were a student, employee, faculty member, or alumni of the University of St. Thomas whose personal information was stored in the affected systems
- Your personal data — such as your name, Social Security number, financial account details, or other sensitive information — may have been exposed in the breach
- You are a U.S. resident who had a relationship with the University of St. Thomas at or before the time of the breach
How Much Did It Pay?
Specific payout amounts for this settlement have not yet been publicly confirmed. In similar university data breach settlements, eligible claimants have received compensation for out-of-pocket losses directly tied to the breach (such as fraudulent charges or credit monitoring costs), as well as a base cash payment simply for having their data exposed — sometimes ranging from a modest flat amount up to several hundred dollars depending on the type of information compromised. Claimants who experienced documented financial harm or identity theft as a result of the breach may be eligible for higher reimbursement amounts. Keep an eye on this page for updates as settlement details are finalized.How this claim was filed
This settlement is closed, so the steps below are kept for reference only — they no longer lead anywhere you can file.
- Confirm your eligibility — check if you received a data breach notification from the University of St. Thomas or if you had a personal or professional relationship with the university
- Gather any relevant documentation, such as your breach notification letter, records of out-of-pocket expenses related to the breach, or proof of your affiliation with the university
- Watch for the official claim form to be published. The filing deadline is September 28, 2026
- When the claim form is live, complete it accurately and submit all required documentation before the deadline
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to file a claim for the University of St. Thomas Data Breach Class Action Settlement?
The deadline to file a claim was Sep 28, 2026, and it has passed. Claims are no longer accepted for this settlement.
How much can I receive from the University of St. Thomas Data Breach Class Action Settlement?
The maximum payout per eligible claimant is up to $5,100. Actual payments may be lower depending on the total number of valid claims filed and the available settlement fund.
Did I need documentation for the University of St. Thomas Data Breach Class Action Settlement?
Yes — this settlement required supporting documentation, and the official claim form set out what counted.
What happened in the University of St. Thomas data breach?
The University of St. Thomas experienced a data security incident that allegedly exposed the personal information of individuals connected to the institution. A class action lawsuit was filed claiming the university failed to adequately protect this sensitive data. Full details about the nature and scope of the breach are still emerging.
Do I need proof to file a University of St. Thomas data breach claim?
In most data breach settlements, having your breach notification letter is the strongest form of proof. You may also need to show documented losses (like identity theft expenses or credit monitoring costs) if you're claiming a higher reimbursement tier. Keep any correspondence you received from the university about the breach, just in case.
What is the deadline to file a University of St. Thomas data breach settlement claim?
The filing deadline is September 28, 2026. Settlement details are being finalized. We recommend downloading Class Action Buddy so you get an alert as soon as the claim form and deadline are confirmed — missing the deadline means missing out on compensation.
Primary source: the official settlement administrator’s website named in the court-approved class notice. We track this settlement from public settlement-notice sources; a single official administrator claim URL was not on file, so confirm the details on the official settlement website before you file.
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