USF 1995-96 Undergraduate Catalog - Page 18

Florida Residency For Tuition Purposes

This notice summarizes the provisions of 240.1201 Florida Statutes, BOR Rule 6C-7.05 and University Policy/Procedure concerning Florida Residency for tuition purposes.

In determining residency classification, students fall into one of two categories. They are either independent students (students not claimed on parent's or legal guardian's federal income tax statement or whose parents do not provide 50% or more of their support) or dependent students (students, regardless of age, who are claimed as dependents by parent or legal guardian on federal income tax statement or whose parents provide 50% or more of their support).

The law basically requires that a U.S. citizen/permanent resident alien/independent student's or a dependent student's parent/legal guardian has established and maintained a LEGAL Florida residence for at least twelve (12) months before the first day of classes of the term for which Florida residency status is sought.

USF is required to obtain documentation of 12 months' legal residence before a student is classified as a Florida resident for tuition purposes. A student is required to request Florida residency in writing and submit supporting documents no later than the fifth day of classes in the term for which classification is sought.

The following is acceptable, nonconclusive evidence of the establishment of a legal residence in Florida. At least one such document must be dated/issued at least 12 months before the first day of classes of the term for which Florida residency is sought.

1. Proof of purchase of permanent home in Florida.
2. Declaration of Domicile.
3. Florida's driver's license.
4. Florida voter's registration.
5. Florida vehicle registration.
6. Florida title.
7. Professional/occupational license in Florida.
8. Florida incorporation or other evidence of legal residence in Florida.
9. Full-time, non-temporary employment in Florida.

PLEASE NOTE: Rent receipts, leases, employment records, tax returns, school/college records are NOT evidence of establishing a legal Florida residence. Students who are dependent on out-of-state parents or who come to Florida for educational purposes are generally ineligible for reclassification to Florida status.

In rare cases, the law allows some students (e.g., military, public school teachers, etc.) who do not meet the basic requirements to be classified as Florida residents for tuition purposes. For more information about exceptional categories, contact the Admissions Office, the Office of the Registrar, or the Office of the General Counsel.

Send comments to:
Margaret R. Martinroe - webCat@ugs.usf.edu
Publication Date: June 1, 1995