Nelson University Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
June 22, 2026 – Federman & Sherwood, a national consumer protection law firm, is investigating the Nelson University data breach, a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to sensitive personal information that was reported to the Attorney General of Texas.
According to the filing, the Nelson University data breach affected approximately 21,905 Texas residents. The information potentially exposed includes names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, government-issued identification numbers, financial account information, and medical information.
Educational institutions maintain substantial amounts of student, employee, and alumni information, making cybersecurity incidents particularly concerning due to the variety of sensitive records maintained within their systems.
Federman & Sherwood is actively investigating whether Nelson University implemented reasonable cybersecurity safeguards and whether this data security incident could have been prevented. The firm is also evaluating potential legal claims on behalf of individuals affected by the Nelson University data breach.
The filing indicates that affected individuals were notified by U.S. Mail.
Consumers who received a notice regarding the Nelson University data breach or who believe their information may have been compromised are encouraged to monitor financial accounts, healthcare records, and credit reports for suspicious activity.
The potentially compromised information may include:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Driver’s license numbers
- Financial information
- Medical information
- Other sensitive information
What is Nelson University?
Nelson University (formerly known as Southwestern Assemblies of God University or SAGU) is a private Christian liberal arts university in Waxahachie, Texas.
Individuals affected by the Nelson University data breach may have legal rights and are encouraged to contact Federman & Sherwood to learn more about their options.
Phone: 1-800-237-1277 | Email: info@federmanlaw.com