Robert Morris University Tuition Fees Class Action Settlement
Students enrolled at RMU in Spring 2020 who paid tuition or fees for in-person classes.
Settlement Closed
Who’s Eligible
- Enrolled as a student at Robert Morris University during the Spring 2020 semester.
- Satisfied payment obligations to RMU for tuition and/or mandatory fees for the Spring 2020 semester.
- Enrolled for the Spring 2020 semester in at least one class that was meeting in person and on campus at the beginning of the Spring 2020 semester.
Eligible States
Claim Deadline
What You Need to Do to Get Paid
- Do Nothing: You will automatically receive a payment by check to your last known mailing address on file with the University Registrar.
- Update or Elect Digital Payment: Visit the Settlement Website to provide an updated address or elect to receive payment via Venmo or PayPal.
- Deadline: Election forms must be submitted no later than 45 days after the Effective Date.
Payments are automatic for eligible Class Members based on University records. No proof or claim form is required to receive a check, but you may update your address or select a digital payment method online.
Settlement Payout
Payments will be calculated pro rata based on the total amount of Spring 2020 tuition and mandatory fees assessed to each Class Member, minus any financial aid and unpaid balances. The Net Settlement Fund will be allocated 80% to students and 20% to the University.
- Settlement Fund: $947,784
- Attorneys’ Fees: Up to 33 1/3% of the Fund
- Service Award: Up to $2,500 for the Class Representative
- Admin Expenses: Estimated $50,000
- Net Fund Allocation: 80% to Class Members, 20% to RMU
Background of the Lawsuit
The lawsuit alleges that Robert Morris University breached its contract and was unjustly enriched when it transitioned to remote learning during the Spring 2020 semester in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The plaintiff sought a refund of a portion of tuition and mandatory fees. RMU denies all allegations of wrongdoing.
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Settlement Administrator
RMU COVID Settlement, c/o RG/2 Claims Administration LLC, P.O. Box 59479, Philadelphia, PA 19102-9479
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