The burden of proof to establish residence is on the student. Verify physical presence in California one year prior to the day before the start of the semester.
Residence is determined by union of act and intent.
The one-year period begins when you are not only present in California but also have demonstrated clear intent to become a permanent resident of California. Not be involved in conduct inconsistent with a claim of California residency. A married student under 18 years of age may establish residency in the same manner as an adult. A student is also entitled to resident classification under the following circumstances 1. Student has been present in California for more than one year prior to the semester of admission and has been entirely self-supporting for that time and met the residency requirements.