Determination of Residency Status for Tuition Purposes

REGULATIONS OF THE

UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA

3.0377 – Determination of Residency Status for Tuition Purposes

(1) General. In accordance with Florida Board of Governors (BOG) Regulation 7.005 and consistent with section 1009.21, Florida Statutes, this regulation establishes the University of Florida procedure for determining the residency status of students for tuition purposes.

(2) Residency Declaration and Documentation. Each admitted student seeking classification as a Florida resident for tuition purposes, or, if the student is a dependent, the student’s parent or legal guardian, must submit a residency declaration accompanied by clear and convincing documentation. Such documentation must be credible, precise, and compelling, sufficient to establish legal residency in Florida. The student, parent, or legal guardian must demonstrate legal residence in Florida for a minimum of twelve (12) consecutive months immediately preceding the academic term for which residency classification is sought. The intent of residency must not be solely for educational purposes, except as otherwise provided by section 1009.21, Florida Statutes.

(3) Notice of Penalties. All students, and their parents or legal guardians, if applicable, are required to review and acknowledge the written notice outlining penalties for intentional fraud or misrepresentation of residency status as set forth at the Office of Admissions and Office of the University Registrar websites.

(4) Submission Deadlines. Deadlines for submission of all documentation pertaining to residency determination are published each academic term on the Office of Admissions and Office of the University Registrar websites.

(5) Appeals Process.

(a) The Residency Appeal Process allows students to appeal their residency for tuition purposes decision. To appeal, students must submit a written request and supporting documentation to the University of Florida Appeals Committee. The committee reviews appeals regularly and may request additional information to make a determination. Missing documentation will delay the review and could result in denial. The committee will inform students of their decision in writing. The Committee’s decision on behalf of the institution is final and is not subject to any further appeals.

(b) Additional information regarding classification, reclassification, and the appeals process of Florida residency for tuition purposes may be found on the Office of Admissions and Office of the University Registrar’s websites.

(6) Additional Documentation. The University of Florida reserves the right to request supplementary documentation as defined in section 1009.21, Florida Statutes, and BOG Regulation 7.005, to support initial classification or reclassification of residency status. The University of Florida may also require documentation to verify citizenship status in accordance with section 1009.21(2)(d), Florida Statutes.

Authority: BOG Regulations 1.001 and 7.005; section 1009.21, Florida Statutes

History: New 6-11-26