A Question About In-state Tuition

Paying for College
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<p>I'm not sure if this is the appropriate place for this question, but I've been looking for a definitive answer and have yet to find one. My dad joined the Army in Tennessee, so that means that's his Home of Record. Some people have told me that means I can qualify for in-state tuition there even though we aren't even stationed there right now. I don't really have any schools in Tennessee on my list, but it'd be nice to know I have in-state tuition in TWO states. I like having that extra option. If anyone can help me I'd really appreciate it. </p>

<p>Thanks in advance. </p>

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<p>Home of record is not what matters but what his declared state of residence. Many military change their state of residence to the first one they reach that does not have state taxes. What is his state of residence now according to his LES?</p>

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<p>I’m not entirely sure but I actually think Tennessee may be his state of residence as well. Over the years he has continued to keep a drivers license in that state even as we’ve moved. </p>

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<p>The LES is what matters (where is tax dollars would go). </p>

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<p>Agreed. It’s all about the state of residency, not home of record. Ask him what that is - the one on his LES.</p>