Nelnet Student Loan Servicer Data Breach Settlement
Nelnet Servicing, one of the largest student loan servicers in the United States, has reached a class action settlement over a data breach that exposed borrowers’ personal information. Affected individuals may file a claim by March 5, 2026.
What Happened?
Nelnet experienced a data breach in which hackers gained unauthorized access to its systems, compromising the personal information of student loan borrowers. The exposed data potentially included names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, Social Security numbers, and student loan account details. The breach affected borrowers whose loans were serviced through Nelnet’s technology platform, including loans held by multiple lenders and servicers.
Who Is Eligible?
You may be eligible if you are a current or former student loan borrower whose information was stored in Nelnet’s systems and was compromised in the breach. This includes borrowers serviced by Nelnet on behalf of various loan holders. You should have received a breach notification letter if you were affected.
What Benefits Are Available?
Eligible class members may receive:
- Reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses related to the breach (credit monitoring costs, bank fees, etc.)
- Compensation for time spent dealing with the breach
- Credit monitoring and identity theft protection services
- Coverage for future identity theft losses
How to File Before the Deadline
Submit your claim through the official settlement website before the deadline. Keep any documentation of expenses or time spent addressing issues caused by the breach.
- Claim Deadline: March 5, 2026
- Case Type: Student loan servicer data breach
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