Establish legal residency in the state
Live in the state for the required period, usually 12 months
Show intent to make the state your permanent home
Obtain a state driver’s license or ID
Register your vehicle in the state, if applicable
Register to vote in the state
File state income taxes as a resident
Use a local permanent address
Provide proof of employment in the state
Provide proof of financial independence, if required
Enroll as a full-time student only after establishing residency, if required by the school
Avoid actions that indicate residency elsewhere
Submit required residency documentation to the school
Meet any school-specific residency rules
Check exceptions for military members, veterans, and dependents
Check exceptions for minors, married students, and graduate students