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Nelson University Data Breach Reported; Attorneys Investigating

Classaction • June 17, 2026

Attorneys working with ClassAction.org are looking into whether a class action lawsuit can be filed in light of the Nelson University data breach.

As part of their investigation, they need to hear from individuals who had their information exposed in the incident , including those who received notice of the Nelson University data breach or otherwise believe they are affected.

Nelson University, located in Waxahachie, Texas, has reported a data breach involving sensitive personal information.

A sample notification letter (pictured below) states that Nelson University’s IT team identified possible unauthorized access to its network on or April 6, 2025. An investigation conducted with cybersecurity experts determined that an unauthorized actor accessed the systems from on or around March 21 to April 6, 2025. On or around May 26, 2026, an investigation and document review determined whose information was contained in the files that may have been viewed or obtained during the Nelson University data breach.

According to a report submitted to the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation , Social Security numbers, financial account information, and driver’s license information may have been compromised.

If your information was exposed in the Nelson University data breach, attorneys want to hear from you. You may be able to start a class action lawsuit to recover compensation for loss of privacy, time spent dealing with the breach, out-of-pocket costs, and more.

A successful case could also force Nelson University to ensure they take proper steps to protect the information they were entrusted with.

Affected by the Nelson University data breach? Fill out the form on this page today.

If you believe your information was exposed in the Nelson University data breach, fill out the form on this page to get in touch with us.

An attorney or legal representative may then reach out to you to explain more this investigation and ask you a few questions.

Remember, there is no cost to get in touch, and you are under no obligation to take action after speaking to someone.

Published: June 17, 2026

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Nelson University Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Student Information Nelson University in Waxahachie, Texas, reported a data breach resulting from a ransomware attack that occurred between March 21 and April 6, 2025. The attack was claimed by the ransomware group Qilin, which posted on the dark web on April 16, 2025, stating it had obtained sensitive data from the university. The types of personal information potentially compromised include names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and financial account information. The breach was officially reported to the California Attorney General on June 15, 2026, but the total number of individuals affected remains undisclosed. In response, Nelson University has set up a toll-free response line and is offering credit monitoring services to those impacted. Attorneys are investigating the possibility of a class action lawsuit for affected individuals. The university's IT team identified possible unauthorized access to its network on April 6, 2025, following an investigation with cybersecurity experts. 2 sources 65

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