Residency Information
- Introduction
- Resident Tuition Classification
- Application Procedures
- Appeals Procedure
- International Students
- KUMC Students
- Resident Fee Privileges
- Pertinent Kansas Board of Regents Articles
- Haskell Indian Nations University Alumni
- For More Information
- Residency Forms
- Residency FAQ
Introduction
Resident tuition classification is determined by criteria found in Kansas statutes and regulations of the Kansas Board of Regents. Students are responsible for providing information sufficient to support their applications for resident classification. This is a general overview of the procedures and criteria used to determine resident status. It does not replace or supersede the statutes or Regents' regulations which contain the detailed requirements that must be met in order to prove resident status.
For students 18 years or older residency is determined based on their ability to document clearly and convincingly that they meet the criteria established by the statutes and regulations summarized below. The residency status of students younger than 18 years is determined by the residence of their custodial parent or the parent who provided the preponderance of the support for 365 days prior to the first day of classes.
The definition of residence (K.A.R. 88-3-2 - see below) contains criteria which can be grouped together into three basic categories: 1. Continuous physical residence in the state of Kansas for a year prior to the start of classes. 2. Reliance upon Kansas sources of support and 3. Intent to make Kansas your permanent home indefinitely. It is possible to change classification status while attending the University, however, you will be required to document that you have met the criteria, as outlined in K.A.R. 88-3-2 for a year prior to the first day of classes. Demonstrating that you have met these criteria while attending school can be difficult. Each application is assessed relative to the regulations based on the individual's situation as presented in the application. Note - If you have lived in Kansas within the past five (5) years and were a resident for tuition purposes and plan to return to Kansas, please contact the assistant registrar. This information is available in the Residency Brochure.
Resident Tuition Classification
Resident tuition classification is determined by criteria found in Kansas statutes and regulations of the Kansas Board of Regents. Students are responsible for providing information sufficient to support their applications for resident classification. This brochure provides a general overview of the procedures and criteria used to determine resident status. It does not replace or supersede the statutes or Regents' regulations which contain the detailed requirements that must be met in order to prove resident status. Please read the residency brochure located at http://www.registrar.ku.edu/pdf/KUResBrochure.pdf in PDF format. Forms quick links:
Application Procedures
Applications for a change in resident tuition classification may be obtained from the Office of the University Registrar, 151 Strong Hall on the Lawrence campus, 3001 Student Center for the Kansas City Campus, or a printable residency application form is available. Completed applications may be submitted to the Office of the University Registrar as early as 75 days prior and as late as 30 calendar days after to the first day of classes for the semester for which the change is being requested. All questions on the application must be answered and all supporting documentation must be attached. The documentation should be in the form of photocopies, as all information becomes the property of the University of Kansas. These are confidential records and are maintained in accordance with the University of Kansas Student Records Policy.
Submit applications to 151 Strong Hall for the Lawrence or Edwards campuses or 3001 Student Center for the Kansas City campus.
In reviewing the application, the Office of the University Registrar will consider each individual situation as presented and assess it in relation to pertinent Kansas statutes and Board of Regents regulations. Once a decision has been made, the student will be notified in writing. The decision may be appealed.
Appeals Procedure
Students whose application for resident status has been denied may appeal the decision. Appeals must be submitted no later than thirty calendar days after the decision has been made. A printable Residency Appeal form is available here. The Residency Appeals Committee reviews appeals of resident classification. The decision of the Residency Appeals Committee is the final determination made by the University of Kansas.
International Student Information
International students who are not citizens of the United States must meet the same criteria as a citizen in order to gain resident classification. However, intent to remain indefinitely in the state of Kansas, and the United States, generally cannot be demonstrated unless the student possesses Permanent Resident Alien status and has been in that status for twelve months prior to the first day of classes. Marriage to a U.S. citizen does not change the criteria an individual must meet.
KUMC
Students at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) should contact Chris Meiers on the KUMC campus at 913.588.7055, (cmeiers@kumc.edu) or Renee Wiesner on the Lawrence Campus at 785.864.4472, (rwiesner@ku.edu).
Students who meet certain categories of criteria are eligible for tuition assessments equal to resident rates when authorized by the Kansas legislature and the Kansas Board of Regents. These privileges do not change a non-resident classification. Please see K.A.R. 88-3-8 through 88-3-12.
Below are forms for these criteria:
- Guidelines and application form for enrollment without charge for foster children (.pdf).
- Kansas - Missouri Reciprocity application (.pdf). Students who qualify for the Kansas-Missouri agreement for exchange of students on a resident fee basis may complete and submit this form. Covered programs include: BArch/BSArce; M/Arch/Prfl Architecture. The East Asian Language, Linguistics, and Slavic Languages and Literatures reciprocity agreements were discontinued for Fall 2005 for new students. Students who have been enrolled under the terms of this agreement will still receive in-state rates for the normal number of semesters required in the specific program that the student is enrolled.
- Kansas high school graduates application form (.pdf). Students who graduated from a high school in the state of Kansas may submit this form to apply for resident rates.
- Kansas high school graduates - Military dependents application form (.pdf). Students whose parents were stationed at a Kansas duty station during their high school graduation may complete and submit this form to apply for resident rates.
- Kansas resident fee privilege form for military personnel (.pdf). Students who are stationed at a Kansas duty station and wish to apply for a fee wavier may complete and submit this form.
- Kansas resident fee privilege form for recruited or transferred employees (.pdf). Students whose parents or spouse were recruited or transferred to Kansas and wish to apply for a fee wavier may complete and submit this form.
- Staff or staff dependent tuition rates application form (.pdf). Students who wish to apply for staff/staff-dependent tuition rates may complete and submit this form.
K.S.A. 76-731. Certain American Indians deemed residents of state for purpose of tuition and fees.
Any person who is attending or who has attended Haskell Indian Junior College and who is enrolled as an American Indian on a tribal membership roll maintained by the bureau of Indian affairs of the United States department of the interior shall be deemed to be a resident of this state for the purpose of tuition and fees for attendance at any state educational institution under the state board of regents.
More Info
Students who have questions regarding resident tuition classification, or who would like application forms should contact:
R. Renee Wiesner
Assistant University Registrar
University Registrar-University of Kansas
1450 Jayhawk Boulevard - Room 151 Strong Hall
Lawrence, KS 66045-7535
(785) 864-4472.
or e-mail rwiesner@ku.edu
Chris Meiers
Assistant Dean/Registrar
KUMC
3001 Student Center
3901 Rainbow Boulevard
Kansas City, KS 66160
(913) 588-7055.
or e-mail cmeiers@kumc.edu
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