Residency
The Office of Admissions determines the residency for tuition purposes of all new and continuing students for tuition purposes. Residency status affects whether a student pays in-state or out-of-state tuition fees. Non-residents are required to pay out-of-state tuition rates which are significantly higher. For tuition information, visit the Student Financial Services & Cashier’s Office.
Residency status is determined based on the information provided in the student’s application for admission, and/or residency questionnaires and supporting documents. To be classified as a California resident for tuition purposes, a student (or the parent if the student is a minor*) must meet the requirements outlined in the “Determining Eligibility for California Residency” section below. Documents submitted must be dated one year and one day prior to the Residency Determination Date.
* The term “minor” is used to define applicants under the age of 19 by the Residency Determination Date. A minor’s residency status is determined based on the parent’s information.
Residency Determination Dates (RDD)
The residency determination date is the date that physical presence and supporting documents are evaluated against. To be classified a resident for tuition purposes, a stude