How do I become a kentucky resident -- what are all the steps I have to take?

Question

I want to attend a college in Kentucky and want to get in-state tuition

Answer 1

You'll need to be a resident in Kentucky for 12 months before beginning to attend school in order to qualify for in-state tuition. That is, unless your job has transferred you to Kentucky. If you come in as a job transfer, or because your spouse's job has transferred you here, you can apply for a waiver of the usual resident requirements. The proof of the transfer can be a letter from the employer and a copy of the last two paystubs. You will still have to actually be a resident, with rent/mortgage, KY driver's license, etc, but the 12 months factor can be waived.

Living here means all of the basics - show that you're paying rent or mortgage, a utility bill, Kentucky driver's license, Kentucky car insurance if you drive a car, etc.

Answer 2

You have to live there for a year before you can be considered a resident. You will also need a utility bill or rental agreement  for a local address and change your driver's license.

Answer 3

You will need to live in the state for 12 months and have a place of residence in the state as well. If you are in high school right now, this means you will have to graduate from a high school in Kentucky.

DO NOT MAKE THIS MISTAKE: Going to college in Kentucky for one year does NOT quality you for in-state tuition. Don't think that just because you lived in the state while you were attending college for one year you can now consider yourself a Kentucky resident. States actually have exceptions for students so that they retain residency in the state of their parents' residence.

Answer 4

you need to have an address in kentucky for 12 consecutive months. have postage mail to the address with your name on it. have a kentucky driver's license. call the college to make sure these are the only requirements.