<p>hi, i'm an international student from korea. i have been living as a permanent resident (my mom is a student here) for three years in virginia.</p>
<p>when i apply to college, will i be an international student competing against international people? or will i be a resident in virginia? if i wanted to apply for uva, do i get any benefits in admission? PLEASE HELP! thank you(:</p>
<p>If you are a permanent resident, you would not be considered an international applicant. (“Permanent residence” refers to a legal immigration status, not the length of time you have been in the US.) Permanent residents are treated like US citizens in most regards when it comes to college admissions: you are eligible to apply for federal financial aid, you might be eligible for in-state tuition rates, etc.</p>
<p>You have to check UVA’s policies to see if you would qualify for in-state tuition. UVA follows the domicile guidelines of the State Council of Higher Education of Virginia, which you can find here: [Domicile</a> Guidelines](<a href=“http://www.schev.edu/Students/VAdomicileguidelines.asp?from=adminfaculty]Domicile”>http://www.schev.edu/Students/VAdomicileguidelines.asp?from=adminfaculty). Pay special attention to Addendum A, which explains the eligibility of various aliens to establish state residency for tuition purposes.</p>
<p>If you have any questions about the impact of your legal status on college admissions or your eligibility for in-state tuition rates or financial aid, talk to the admissions office of UVA or your guidance counselor.</p>