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UMass Dartmouth 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 University of Massachusetts Dartmouth 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 University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, also referred to as UMass Dartmouth or UMassD, is a public research university located in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. It is the southernmost campus in the University of Massachusetts system and dates back to 1895, when it was founded as the New Bedford Textile School.
UMass Dartmouth became a part of the UMass system in 1991 and is attended by 9,000 students each year, offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across nine colleges and schools.
What Happened?
In June 2025, UMass Dartmouth experienced a data breach that may have compromised sensitive information belonging to students, staff, or affiliates. The cybersecurity incident was disclosed to the Massachusetts Attorney General's office on June 17, 2025.
The university is in the process of notifying affected individuals.
Possible Exposed Information
- Name
- Address
- Contact information
- Social Security number
- Other sensitive personal records
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification letter from UMass Dartmouth about this data breach, you have important rights. You may be entitled to free credit monitoring, and possible financial compensation.
- Credit monitoring and identity protection services: Sign up free Experian IdentityWorks identity protection offered and paid for by the university.
- Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
- Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
- Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.
Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of joining a class action lawsuit if you qualify.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for any harm or inconvenience you’ve experienced. Lawyers are investigating potential claims on behalf of those affected.
To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit, take the next steps and complete the the form below.
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