Residence for Tuition Purposes: Intent to Become a Resident

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A student must demonstrate intent to make California his or her home by severing residential ties with the former state of residence and establishing those ties with California shortly after arrival. If the requisite intent is not demonstrated promptly, the waiting period for residence classification will be extended until both presence and intent have been demonstrated for the entire one-year period. Relevant indicia that contribute to the demonstration of a student's intent to make California his or her permanent home include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. registering to vote and voting in California elections
2. designating California as the permanent address on all school and employment records, including military records if the student is in military service
3. obtaining a California Driver License or, if the student does not drive, a California Identification Card
4. obtaining California vehicle registration
5. paying California income taxes as a resident, including taxes on income earned outside California from the date residence is established
6. establishing a California residence in which the student's personal belongings are kept
7. licensing for professional practice in California

The absence of these indicia in other states during any period for which residence is claimed can also serve as an indication of intent. Documentary evidence is required and all relevant indications are considered in determining classification. Intent will be questioned if the student returns to the former state of residence when the University is not in session.