A person may have only one domicile at a time. Determination of In-State Tuition Subpart A. Statute. Students shall be eligible to pay in-state tuition if they meet the criteria of M.S. 135A.031. Subpart B. Demonstrating domicile. Students may establish eligibility for in-state tuition by demonstrating domicile in Minnesota before the beginning of any semester.
Students have the burden of proving domicile for purposes of in-state tuition.
Students must have resided in Minnesota for at least one calendar year immediately prior to applying for in-state tuition. Residence in Minnesota must not be merely for the purpose of attending a college or university. Each of the following additional facts and circumstances will be considered when responding to a petition for in-state tuition. No one of these factors is either necessary or sufficient to support a claim for in-state tuition. Continuous presence in Minnesota during period when not enrolled as a student.