Lincoln University - COVID Tuition
If you were enrolled at Lincoln University for Spring 2020, didn't withdraw before March 12, 2020, and paid tuition or fees that were never fully refunded, you're in this settlement and don't need to do anything to get paid. A check will come to your address on file — but you can update your address or switch to Venmo/PayPal if you act before the deadline.
$169,500 Settlement Fund
Lincoln is putting $169,500 into a settlement fund. Your share will be mailed automatically to your address on file with the Registrar. The exact amount per person isn't stated — it depends on how many eligible students are in the class and on the court-approved fees and costs.
⏳ Claim deadline not listed here yet — confirm the official filing deadline on the settlement site before relying on it.
📄 Proof requirement not specified here — check the official site for what documentation, if any, a claim needs.
Official site: lincolncovidsettlement.com
Who may qualify
You qualify if you were enrolled in at least one in-person, on-campus class at Lincoln University for Spring 2020, you didn't withdraw by March 12, 2020, and you (or someone on your behalf) paid tuition or fees that haven't been fully refunded. Students who received full scholarships or tuition remission from Lincoln are excluded.
Official eligibility wording
You are a class member if you were a student enrolled in at least one in-person, on-campus class at Lincoln University for the Spring 2020 semester, did not withdraw by March 12, 2020, and paid (or had paid on your behalf) any tuition or fees for that semester that has not been fully refunded.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
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Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Unknown.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
Nothing to file — you'll be paid automatically if you're eligible. If you want to update your address or choose Venmo/PayPal, submit an election form at lincolncovidsettlement.com before the deadline (45 days after the effective date, which will be posted on the site after the Final Approval Hearing).
How to file this claim
✅ You do not need to file — payment is automatic.
- Make sure you fit the class: enrolled in at least one in-person class at Lincoln for Spring 2020, still enrolled as of March 12, 2020, and you paid tuition or fees that weren't fully refunded.
- If the address Lincoln has on file for you is still good, sit tight. Your payment will arrive automatically by first-class US Mail.
- If your address has changed, or you'd rather get paid via Venmo or PayPal, go to https://lincolncovidsettlement.com/notice.html and make your selection.
- That update must be in no later than 45 days after the Effective Date. The settlement website will post that date once it's known, after the Final Approval Hearing.
Watch out for
- The total settlement fund is $169,500. Your individual share depends on how many eligible class members there are — no single-person amount is guaranteed.
- Students who got a full scholarship or full tuition remission from Lincoln are excluded from the settlement.
- The window to update your address or switch to electronic payment closes 45 days after the Effective Date. Keep an eye on the settlement website so you don't miss it.
- The Final Approval Hearing was scheduled for September 15, 2025. Check the settlement website to confirm the current status before expecting a payment.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
This record no longer has an open public claim form — confirm the current status and any next steps on the official source.
- Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
- Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Unknown.
- Open the official claim form or settlement website.
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source.
- Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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How we verified this record
- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Official claim link the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
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Eligibility summary
You are a class member if you were a student enrolled in at least one in-person, on-campus class at Lincoln University for the Spring 2020 semester, did not withdraw by March 12, 2020, and paid (or had paid on your behalf) any tuition or fees for that semester that has not been fully refunded.
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Estimated payout
$169,500 Settlement Fund
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Official claim URL
lincolncovidsettlement.com
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Common questions
Is the Lincoln University - COVID Tuition settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Lincoln University - COVID Tuition settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. File only through the official settlement website (lincolncovidsettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 16, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
You are a class member if you were a student enrolled in at least one in-person, on-campus class at Lincoln University for the Spring 2020 semester, did not withdraw by March 12, 2020, and paid (or had paid on your behalf) any tuition or fees for that semester that has not been fully refunded.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Unknown. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Unknown. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Lincoln University - COVID Tuition pay out?
Current payment status: Unknown. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Lincoln University - COVID Tuition claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Do I need to file a claim?
No. If you're eligible, payment comes to you automatically by first-class mail. There's no claim form to fill out unless you want to change your address or switch to a digital payment method.
How much will I get?
The total fund is $169,500, but individual payment amounts aren't set yet. They depend on the number of eligible students and on court-approved attorneys' fees and costs. The court will consider approving attorney fees up to one-third of the fund.
What if I moved and Lincoln has an old address for me?
You can submit an updated mailing address through the settlement website at lincolncovidsettlement.com. You can also elect to receive your payment via Venmo or PayPal instead. Both options have a deadline of 45 days after the effective date, which the site will post once it's known.
What if I don't want to be part of this settlement?
You could opt out by mailing a signed opt-out request to the Settlement Administrator, postmarked by August 10, 2025. Opting out means you give up the payment but keep the right to sue Lincoln separately. That deadline has likely passed — check the settlement website for the current status.
What am I giving up by accepting a payment?
By staying in the class and receiving a payment, you release any claims against Lincoln related to its switch to remote learning in Spring 2020. You won't be able to sue or join another lawsuit over that issue.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
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Disclaimer
This service summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
Change log
- June 16, 2026 — Settlement published after verification.
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