Some Northwestern and UChicago alumni to receive class-action lawsuit payouts
- Posted on July 22, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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Former students from Northwestern University and University of Chicago are eligible to receive financial compensation through an antitrust settlement addressing alleged collusive tuition-setting practices. This landmark class-action lawsuit challenges whether these prestigious institutions violated competition laws by coordinating financial aid policies. The settlement represents a significant victory for alumni seeking restitution for potentially inflated education costs during their enrollment periods.
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