It is very important that you fill the application out completely. When you are admitted to the college, you will receive an acceptance letter that states your tuition classification. The four most relevant legal terms are used for tuition classification purposes are domicile, physical presence, intent, and emancipation. Domicile is the term used to describe the place where a person has chosen to make a permanent and fixed home. Domicile includes physical presence and intent, and it must be established for the 12 months prior to the first day of classes.
Physical presence is the actual place where a person lives.
In the event that you have two or more homes, only one can be considered your legal residence for classification purposes. If you need to establish proof of physical presence you can do so by providing rent receipts, lease agreements, home ownership papers, or statements from landlords. Intent refers to person s demonstrable plans to establish, maintain, or change his or her legal residence. In addition, the person must demonstrate by actions and appropriate documentation that intent was demonstrated during the 12 months prior to the first day of classes. As the college uses information supplied by you to determine intent, the burden is on you to provide the appropriate documentation.