Residency for Tuition Classification

KBOR Regulation 88-2-1-4, 88-3-1-13

Residency classification for tuition purposes is governed by Kansas statutes and regulations established by the Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR). Students seeking classification as a Kansas resident are responsible for providing documentation that demonstrates they meet the criteria. The information below offers a general overview of the requirements and procedures used to determine residency. It is not a substitute for the official statutes or KBOR regulations, which outline the full and detailed requirements.

• General Residency Requirements

  To qualify for resident tuition classification, students must meet all of the following:

  • Physical Presence: You must live in Kansas continuously for at least 365 days prior to the first day of classes for the semester in which you are seeking residency.

  • Financial Independence: During that 365-day period, you must financially support yourself primarily through Kansas-based sources. These sources may include full-time employment (non-student jobs), which carry greater weight. Student loans, out-of-state financial assistance, and other non-Kansas sources may negatively impact your residency claim.

  • Intent to Remain in Kansas: You must demonstrate a clear intent to make Kansas your permanent home. Supporting evidence may include obtaining a Kansas driver’s license, registering to vote in Kansas, registering a vehicle in the state, purchasing a home, or other similar actions. While these actions can support your application, they do not alone establish residency.

  • Non-Educational Purpose: You must be residing in Kansas for reasons other than educational purposes. If you moved to Kansas and immediately enrolled full-time, it is presumed you are here for educational reasons, which makes it more difficult to establish residency.

• Additional Information

  For more details about residency classification and exceptions, please review the [Guidelines for Resident Classification for Tuition Purposes] and use the navigation menu on the left side of this page.

  If you believe you may qualify for resident classification or a residency-based tuition waiver (note that not all students will qualify), you are encouraged to complete the Residency Questionnaire to assess your eligibility.

• Application Deadlines

  Applications for reclassification (for currently enrolled students) open 45 calendar days before the start of the term and must be submitted no later than 30 calendar days after the term begins. Refer to the Academic Calendar for specific deadline dates each semester.
  
  

  Semester	Application Window
  Fall Semester	July to Mid-September
  Spring Semester	December to Mid-February
  Summer Semester	April to Mid-June

How to Check Your Residency Status

You can view your current residency classification for tuition and fees in KSIS. For instructions, visit the KSIS Help Page: Viewing Residency Classification for Tuition & Fees.