How to establish residency for college?
What are the most important components for establishing a residency in another state (specifically Illinois)? I currently live in a separate state, but am considering graduate school at a Illinois public university. I understand that the state requires one to be a "bona fide" resident for at least one year prior to classes (unless a parent moves to the state -- not happening for me). So if I start living with my uncle/aunt in Illinois, work full time, open an illinois bank account, and live in illinois for a year prior to classes, would this be sufficient to be considered an in-state student? Any information or suggestions would be great. Thanks
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You have to show intent that you moved to IL not just for school purposes. Getting a job, registering to vote, registering your vehicle, opening a bank account all show intent to move to the state. After one year, you would be considered to be a resident, and you would quailify for in-state tuition.
I do agree with the other answer in that you need to contact the Bursar or Registrar at the university to see what you need to do. Sometimes you can pay in-state tuition during that first year if you can show that your intent is to become a resident of the state.
Good luck with grad school.
Call the school's admmissions office. THey hear this question daily and I'm sure they have the precise answer printed on a sheet or on a web page. The rules that they tell you are strict and you'll have to follow them.