Residency status is initially determined based on the information in your admissions application.
These key factors determine your eligibility for in-state or out-of-state/international tuition rates:
- Where you attended high school
- Your current permanent residence (for example, the state listed on your driver's license or where you file taxes)
- If you are a dependent student, your parents' residency information
If you have questions, please contact the Registrar's Office at registrar@southernct.edu or call (203) 392-5301.
If your permanent state of residence has changed and you believe you now qualify for in-state tuition, you can submit the Residency Reclassification Application at any time. Please note:
- An interview may be required.
- The Student Code of Conduct prohibits providing false information to school officials.
- You will be notified of your application status within 1-2 weeks.
- If approved, the reclassification will not apply retroactively to previous semesters.
According to Connecticut General Statute 10a-26, to qualify for in-state tuition, eligible students must permanently reside in Connecticut for at least 12 months prior to enrollment. Note that moving to Connecticut solely for college does not meet this requirement.
To view the full-time student rates, please visit the Tuition and Fee Schedule. Part-time students pay the same tuition and fees regardless of residency, so if you plan to attend part-time, you do not need a residency application.
If you are a veteran or the dependent of a veteran who served on active duty for at least 90 days and was discharged within the last three years, please contact the SCSU Veteran Services Office for help with updating your residency status.