Widener University $800,000 COVID-19 Tuition Settlement
Students enrolled at Widener during Spring 2020 semester who paid tuition and/or fees and were enrolled in at least one in-person on-campus class during Spring 2020.
Students enrolled at Widener during Spring 2020 semester who paid tuition and/or fees and were enrolled in at least one in-person on-campus class during Spring 2020. Payout: Pro-rata share of $800,000 Settlement Fund after deducting attorneys' fees, administrative costs, and service award; plus five complimentary athletic event tickets and recreation center access through June 30, 2027. No proof of purchase is required to file. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 19, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
Students enrolled at Widener during Spring 2020 semester who paid tuition and/or fees and were enrolled in at least one in-person on-campus class during Spring 2020.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as No.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
How hard is this claim to file?
What the form asks
- — The unique code from your settlement notice (Your mailed or emailed settlement notice from the administrator)
- — The PIN from your settlement notice (Your mailed or emailed settlement notice from the administrator)
- — Choose paper check, Venmo, or PayPal (Your preference — default is paper check if no Election Form is submitted)
- — Your current permanent mailing address (Your own records)
Watch out for
- Students who received scholarships, grants, or credits that equaled or exceeded their total payment obligations are excluded and will not receive payment
- Students who made no payments, contributions, or third-party arrangements toward tuition or fees are excluded
- If your address has changed since Spring 2020, your automatic check may go to the wrong address — submit an Election Form to update it
- Unclaimed payments may be donated to Widener student scholarships after a waiting period, so make sure your address is current
- The opt-out and objection deadlines have already passed as of the notice dates listed
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?
No claim form is needed — the official administrator issues this refund automatically; confirm your eligibility and contact details on the official source.
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1Confirm you were enrolled in at least one in-person on-campus class at Widener during Spring 2020 and that your tuition or fees were paid
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2Check whether you received a settlement notice by mail or email — this indicates you are identified as a class member
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3Do nothing to receive an automatic paper check mailed to your permanent address on file with Widener University
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4If you want to update your mailing address or receive payment via Venmo or PayPal, submit an Election Form on the settlement website or mail the printed form to the settlement administrator within 45 days after the effective date
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5To file an Election Form online, have your class member code and PIN from your settlement notice ready
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6Mail the Election Form to: Sparacino v. Widener University, c/o RG/2 Claims Administration LLC, PO Box 59479, Philadelphia, PA 19102-9479
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open You are here
- Court approval
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
Claims are still being accepted. Class-action payouts typically begin only after the claim deadline, final court approval, and any appeals.
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How we verified this record
Optional, but it's the whole point — every field below traces to a named official source we re-check on a schedule.
- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Proof requirement the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Official claim link the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Claim deadline queued for re-check
- Administrator queued for re-check
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Eligibility summary
Students enrolled at Widener during Spring 2020 semester who paid tuition and/or fees and were enrolled in at least one in-person on-campus class during Spring 2020.
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Proof requirement
No
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
"Do Nothing and Automatically Receive a Payment" is the default option.
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Payment status
Final approval pending
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The "Final Approval Hearing" is "currently scheduled for June 30, 2026."
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Estimated payout
Pro-rata share of $800,000 Settlement Fund after deducting attorneys' fees, administrative costs, and service award; plus five complimentary athletic event tickets and recreation center access through June 30, 2027.
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The defendant agreed to pay "$800,000 into a Settlement Fund" plus non-cash benefits including five complimentary athletic event tickets and recreation center access through June 30, 2027.
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Court
Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Official claim URL
www.claimsettlementportal.com
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Objection deadline
May 26, 2026
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Opt-out deadline
May 26, 2026
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Automatic refund
Yes — automatic, no claim needed
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
"Do Nothing and Automatically Receive a Payment" is the default option.
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Court case number
2:24-cv-01001
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Civil Action No. 2:24-cv-01001 (E.D. Pa.)
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No-claim explanation
Class members automatically receive payment sent to address on file with Widener; an Election Form is optional to update address or choose Venmo/PayPal payment method.
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Settlement payments will be "sent by first class U.S. Mail to your permanent mailing address currently on file with Widener" or members may submit an Election Form to receive payment via Venmo, PayPal, or updated address.
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Case name
Sparacino v. Widener University
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the Widener University $800,000 COVID-19 Tuition settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Widener University $800,000 COVID-19 Tuition settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It proceeds under case 2:24-cv-01001 in Eastern District of Pennsylvania. File only through the official settlement website (www.widenercovidsettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 19, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Students enrolled at Widener during Spring 2020 semester who paid tuition and/or fees and were enrolled in at least one in-person on-campus class during Spring 2020.
How much can I get from the Widener University $800,000 COVID-19 Tuition settlement?
Pro-rata share of $800,000 Settlement Fund after deducting attorneys' fees, administrative costs, and service award; plus five complimentary athletic event tickets and recreation center access through June 30, 2027. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: No. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Final approval pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Widener University $800,000 COVID-19 Tuition Settlement pay out?
Current payment status: Final approval pending. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Widener University $800,000 COVID-19 Tuition Settlement claim form?
No claim form is needed — Class members automatically receive payment sent to address on file with Widener; an Election Form is optional to update address or choose Venmo/PayPal payment method. Never pay a fee to claim a settlement payment.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
No claim needed — payment is automatic
If you qualify, the settlement pays you automatically. There's nothing to file — just keep an eye on your mail or account around the payment date.
Not ready to file today? Track it free — we'll remind you before the deadline, and keep your claim details in one place.
Listed on the official settlement website.
Status history
Every status and verification change we have recorded for this settlement, newest first. We log the date we made each change; we never publish the underlying evidence link.
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- Verified field details updated from an official source.
Disclaimer
SettleSignal 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. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.