NCAA College Athlete Compensation Settlement: $2.8B
Were You a Division I College Athlete Anytime Between 2016 and 2024?
Did you compete as a Division I college athlete between 2016 and 2024? You may qualify for compensation from a $2.8 billion settlement.
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Claim Form
Click Here to Submit a ClaimWho's eligible?
- Division I Athletes: All Division I athletes who competed in any sport between June 15, 2016, and September 15, 2024.
- Team and Individual Athletes: Includes all sports, from basketball to swimming.
- Graduated or Professional Athletes: Former Division I athletes, including those now competing professionally, may also qualify.
Proof of Purchase
Not required, though documentation of eligibility (e.g., team rosters, participation records) may help expedite claims.
Settlement At a Glance
Settlement Amount
Varies
Claim Form Deadline
01/31/2025
Exclusion Deadline (Opt-Out)
01/31/2025
Final Approval Hearing
04/07/2025
Additional Information
A historic $2.8 billion settlement resolves multiple lawsuits against the NCAA and Power Five Conferences. The lawsuits allege that the NCAA violated antitrust laws by restricting college athletes from earning compensation for their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) and capping scholarships.
The settlement compensates athletes for lost NIL opportunities, recognizing their contributions to collegiate sports and ensuring fair treatment in the future.
Settlement Breakdown
The settlement includes payments for:
- Broadcast NIL Payments: Compensation for use of athlete NIL in broadcasts.
- Videogame NIL Payments: Payments based on hypothetical revenue from college sports video games.
- Lost NIL Opportunities: Payments for athletes denied NIL opportunities prior to 2021.
- Additional Athletic Compensation: Payments tied to years played, performance, and scholarships.
Athletes will receive yearly payments over a 10-year period. Payment amounts depend on the sport, years played, and participation in Power Five conferences.
Key Settlement Terms
In addition to financial compensation, the settlement requires:
- NCAA rule changes to increase NIL opportunities.
- Schools to offer more compensation opportunities to athletes.
Eligible athletes must submit a claim form. Payments will vary based on your sport, years played, and other factors. Ensure your claim is timely to secure your share of the settlement fund.
This landmark settlement compensates athletes for their contributions and ensures future opportunities for college athletes. Don’t miss your chance to claim your share!
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Stay Informed
Class Action Settlement Website:
https://www.collegeathletecompensation.com/Claims Administrator:
P.O. Box 301134
Los Angeles, CA 90030-1134
1-877-514-1777
Legal Representation
Case Name:
Class Counsel:
HAGENS BERMAN SOBOL SHAPIRO LLP
Jeffrey Kessler
WINSTON & STRAWN LLP
Defense Counsel:
WILKINSON STEKLOFF LLP
Christopher S. Yates
LATHAM & WATKINS LLP
Britt M. Miller
MAYER BROWN LLP
Angela Zambrano
Natali Wyson
SIDLEY AUSTIN LLP
Whitty Somvichian
COOLEY LLP
Robert W. Fuller, III
ROBINSON BRADSHAW & HINSON, PA
Katie A. Reilly
WHEELER TRIGG O'DONNELL LLP
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