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Northwest Iowa Community College Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Northwest Iowa Community College data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Northwest Iowa Community College
Northwest Iowa Community College is a public, non-profit, two-year college located in Sheldon, Iowa. The college serves as an educational hub for a four-and-a-half county region in northwest Iowa, providing both career and technical programs as well as transfer courses for students planning to continue their education at four-year institutions.
Founded in 1966, the college enrolls more than 7,000 credit and non-credit students annually.
What Happened?
Northwest Iowa Community College discovered unauthorized activity on its computer systems on Nov. 26, 2025. The breach occurred between Nov. 24 and Nov. 26, 2025. Upon discovering the incident, the college quickly secured its network and brought in third-party specialists to investigate.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
A total of 16,004 Iowa residents were affected by this breach. The college completed its review of the incident on May 29, 2026, and began mailing written notices to those impacted on July 8, 2026.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was compromised in the Northwest Iowa Community College data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for any harm or inconvenience you have experienced. Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of those affected and can help determine eligibility for a financial recovery.
To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit and seek compensation, complete the below form. Lawyers are ready to help guide you through the process and fight for your rights.
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