University of Phoenix Settlement: $25, Claim by Nov 5
Enrolled at the University of Phoenix? The $8.75M pixel settlement pays $25 per valid claim. Claims, opt-outs and objections are due Nov 5, 2026.
The University of Phoenix settlement pays $25 to each valid claimant enrolled during the class period, and claims are due November 5, 2026.
You are in the University of Phoenix settlement class if you enrolled at the University of Phoenix at any time from April 1, 2023 to October 6, 2026. If you were located in Illinois, the window starts earlier, on April 1, 2020. A valid claim pays $25.00, reduced pro rata if the $8,750,000 maximum fund is reached. Claims, opt-outs and objections are all due November 5, 2026; file your claim through the official settlement website at UOPPixelSettlement.com.
The University of Phoenix class action settlement resolves Brand, et al. v. The University of Phoenix, Inc. The suit alleged that the university shared students' personally identifiable information with Meta Platforms, Inc. and other third parties without consent. The university denies violating any law and agreed to settle to avoid the costs and uncertainties of continuing the case.
Can You Claim in the University of Phoenix Settlement?
You can claim $25 in the University of Phoenix settlement if you enrolled at the University of Phoenix at any time from April 1, 2023 to October 6, 2026. People located in Illinois have a longer window, from April 1, 2020 to October 6, 2026. The deadline to submit a claim is November 5, 2026.
The official website says the "Submit a Claim" link on UOPPixelSettlement.com is the only way to receive a cash payment. The $25.00 payment depends on court approval. It drops pro rata if the gross maximum funding amount of $8,750,000 is reached.
Notice of the settlement went out by email on October 6, 2026. If you do nothing by November 5, 2026, you receive no payment and give up your right to sue over these claims. That same date is the last day to exclude yourself or file an objection.
Who Is in the Class
The class covers people enrolled at the University of Phoenix at any time from April 1, 2023 to October 6, 2026, with an April 1, 2020 start date for people located in Illinois. Two facts decide where you stand: when you were enrolled, and whether you were located in Illinois.
| Situation | In the Class? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Enrolled at any time from April 1, 2023 to October 6, 2026 | Yes | This is the standard class period |
| Located in Illinois and enrolled at any time from April 1, 2020 to October 6, 2026 | Yes | The Illinois period starts three years before the standard one |
| Enrolled in 2022 outside Illinois, with no enrollment on or after April 1, 2023 | No | 2022 falls before the April 1, 2023 start for people outside Illinois |
| Enrolled in 2022 outside Illinois and still enrolled on or after April 1, 2023 | Within the class definition | The class covers anyone enrolled at any time during the period |
| First enrolled after October 6, 2026 | No | The class period ends October 6, 2026 |
| Filed an exclusion by November 5, 2026 | Leaves the class | Exclusion is one of the options besides filing a claim |
This page cannot tell you whether you qualify. The settlement administrator, Simpluris, and the court make that decision. Read the full class definition on the official settlement website if your enrollment dates sit close to April 1, 2023 or October 6, 2026.
What the Lawsuit Claims
The lawsuit claims the University of Phoenix disclosed students' personally identifiable information to Meta Platforms, Inc. and other third parties without consent. The case is Brand, et al. v. The University of Phoenix, Inc., Case No. 2026LA000170, in the Circuit Court for Sangamon County, Illinois. That court sits in the Seventh Judicial Circuit.
The claims were brought under three laws: the Video Privacy Protection Act, the Electronic Communications Privacy Act and the Illinois Eavesdropping Act. The University of Phoenix denies violating any law. It agreed to settle to avoid the costs and uncertainties of continuing the case.
A tracking pixel is a small piece of code on a website that can send visitor information to a third party such as an ad platform. As part of the deal, the university agreed to post notice on its website that it uses cookies and similar tools. For another privacy-tracking case on this site, read our page on the CVS digital privacy settlement.
How Much the Settlement Pays
The University of Phoenix settlement pays $25.00 to each valid claimant if the court approves it. That figure is subject to a pro rata reduction if the gross maximum funding amount of $8,750,000 is reached. The fund details below come from the official website and ClaimDepot's settlement page.
| Item | What the Sources Say |
|---|---|
| Payment per valid claim | $25.00, if approved by the court, subject to a pro rata cut |
| Maximum settlement fund | $8,750,000 |
| Attorneys' fees and expenses | Up to $3,062,500 |
| Class representative service awards | Up to $5,000 each, $10,000 total |
| Notice and administration costs | Paid by the University of Phoenix |
| Class member payments | The remainder of the fund |
| Payout options | Zelle, Venmo, PayPal or a mailed check |
The maximum fees equal 35% of the maximum fund ($3,062,500 divided by $8,750,000). Class counsel are Arisohn LLC and Drury Legal, LLC.
What to Gather and How to File
To file a University of Phoenix settlement claim, use the "Submit a Claim" link on the official website before November 5, 2026. The official website says that link is the only way to receive a cash payment.
- Confirm you were enrolled at the University of Phoenix at any time from April 1, 2023 to October 6, 2026, or from April 1, 2020 if you were located in Illinois.
- Find the settlement email sent October 6, 2026. ClaimDepot says online claims need the LoginID and PIN from the notice.
- Type UOPPixelSettlement.com into your browser and select "Submit a Claim."
- Pick a payout method: Zelle, Venmo, PayPal or a mailed check.
- Submit the form before the November 5, 2026 deadline.
The official page summary does not mention the LoginID and PIN, so read your notice and the claim form on UOPPixelSettlement.com to see what the form asks for. ClaimDepot also lists a printable claim form that can be mailed.
ClaimDepot's summary lists proof as not applicable for this settlement. The claim form decides what you must provide, so read it before you submit. Our guide to filing class action claims without proof of purchase is another resource on this site.
Scammers copy headlines about settlements. A real settlement administrator never asks for a fee to file a claim or release money. Open the official website address yourself instead of tapping a link in an unsolicited text or email.
Key Dates
The claim, opt-out and objection deadlines all fall on November 5, 2026, before the court's final approval hearing on November 20, 2026.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| October 6, 2026 | Settlement notice sent by email; class period ends |
| November 5, 2026 | Deadline to submit a claim, opt out, or object |
| November 20, 2026 | Final approval (fairness) hearing |
Besides filing a claim, you can exclude yourself, or object and ask to speak at the November 20, 2026 hearing. The official website explains each option at UOPPixelSettlement.com.
After You File
The official website gives no payment date. ClaimDepot says payments are issued about 30 days after the court grants final approval and resolves any appeals.
A class action settlement pays only people who file a valid claim by the deadline. Payments usually come after approval and any appeals. Our guides on how class action settlements work and how to claim settlement money walk through each stage.
Settlement money may be taxable depending on what it replaces. This page cannot give tax advice, but see our overview of whether settlements are taxable.
The administrator and the court decide who qualifies, how much each person receives, and when. Other open cases with near-term cutoffs are listed on our October 2026 claim deadlines page and the class actions hub. If you enrolled during the class period, submit your University of Phoenix settlement claim at UOPPixelSettlement.com before November 5, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do you get from the University of Phoenix settlement?
Each valid claimant receives $25.00 if the court approves the settlement. That amount drops pro rata if the gross maximum funding amount of $8,750,000 is reached. Payout options listed by ClaimDepot are Zelle, Venmo, PayPal or a mailed check.
How do I file a University of Phoenix settlement claim?
File through the Submit a Claim link on UOPPixelSettlement.com, which the official website says is the only way to receive a cash payment. ClaimDepot says online claims need the LoginID and PIN from your notice, so keep your October 6, 2026 email ready. Submit your claim by November 5, 2026.
What is the deadline to claim the University of Phoenix settlement?
The deadline to submit a claim is November 5, 2026. The opt-out and objection deadlines fall on the same date. The final approval hearing is set for November 20, 2026.
Do I need documents to claim?
ClaimDepot's summary lists proof as not applicable for this settlement. The official claim form decides what you must provide, so read it on UOPPixelSettlement.com before you submit.
What happens if I do nothing?
If you do nothing, you receive no payment and give up your right to sue over these claims. Excluding yourself by November 5, 2026 is the alternative to staying in the class.
When will University of Phoenix settlement payments be sent?
The official website has not published a payment date. ClaimDepot says payments are issued about 30 days after the court grants final approval and resolves any appeals. The final approval hearing is November 20, 2026.
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