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American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Data Breach Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine
The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) is a non-profit organization founded in 1898. AACOM supports the 42 accredited colleges of osteopathic medicine (COMs) in the United States, which operate at 67 teaching locations across 36 states. Currently, these medical colleges educate more than 35,000 future physicians, representing about 25% of all medical students nationwide.
AACOM is also involved in advocacy, centralized application services, and promoting osteopathic medicine. The organization operates AACOMAS, an online application platform for students applying to osteopathic medical schools. Additionally, AACOM engages in policy advocacy at both federal and state levels, aiming to influence healthcare policy and advance public health initiatives.
What was the September Data Breach?
On March 31, 2025, AACOM discovered that it had experienced a data breach. The breach itself occurred on September 26, 2024, potentially exposing sensitive personal information belonging to thousands of individuals.
The data breach affected approximately 67,804 people across the United States. Specific state impacts include 428 individuals in Maine, 274 in Montana, and 259 in New Hampshire.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
Impact by Region:
- United States: 67,804 residents
- Texas: 3,596 residents
- Massachusetts: 1,128 residents
- Maine: 428 residents
- Montana: 274 residents
- New Hampshire: 259 residents
- California: at least 500 residents
AACOM officially notified consumers about the breach electronically on April 8, 2025. The organization also reported the breach to various state attorney general offices, including California, Maine, Montana, and New Hampshire, between April 8 and April 10, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If your personal information was exposed in the AACOM data breach, you have important rights and options available to protect yourself and potentially receive compensation.
First, you should carefully monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity. If you notice unauthorized transactions or suspect identity theft, you should report it immediately to your financial institutions and credit bureaus.
You also have the right to place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit reports. A fraud alert warns potential creditors to verify your identity before issuing credit, while a credit freeze restricts access to your credit reports entirely, preventing new accounts from being opened in your name without your consent.
Additionally, individuals affected by data breaches may be eligible to join class action lawsuits seeking compensation for damages, including financial losses, emotional distress, and the time spent addressing identity theft concerns.
Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of pursuing compensation. They can assist you in determining your eligibility to join a class action lawsuit and explain what steps you need to take next.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was compromised in the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you pursue justice and hold the organization accountable for any negligence that may have contributed to the breach.
To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit and potentially receive compensation, complete the form below. Act now to protect your rights and seek the compensation you deserve.
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