How do you get residency in California?

Answer 1

Out-of -State: Applicants whose legal residence is outside the state of California are required to pay nonresident tuition in addition to the enrollment fees. How to Become a California Resident In order to be classified as a resident of California you need to: Reside in California for at least one year and one day prior to the start of the semester in which you anticipate enrolling; and Establish clear intent that you are making California your home; and Be a U.S. Citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid Visa which allows residency to be established. Establishing Residency To establish residency we look at several factors to verify your intent in making California your home. Items which we will take into consideration when reviewing your status are: California State Income Tax return (with valid California address)/Federal Income Tax return (with valid California address)- California return is preferred. Possession of a California Driver's License or California Identification Card indicating your presence in California for the specified classification time period. Documentation that you have been a registered voter in California for at least one year. Proof of vehicle registration as a resident of California. Evidence that you have had a savings or checking account in California for at least one year. Verification that you are financially independent from your parents. Selective service registration with a California permanent address. Documentation of having received rehabilitation, unemployment, welfare or other California state service while residing in California for at least a year and a day prior to the term start date. Recent high school transcript or other California college transcript showing enrollment within the last year. Ownership of residential property or continuous occupancy in a rented/leased property in California

Answer 2

To get residency in California for tuition purposes, you must live in the state for one year and one day before the start of the semester that you want to enroll in. You have to establish your interest to make California your home.