In-state tuition

Parents Forum
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<p>Our situation is somehwat complicated. Currently living in NJ. Child goes to boarding school in PA. About to get a divorce. One of us may move out of NJ. What does this do to In-state tuition for college which is 2 years away? Do colleges look at where the parent with primary residence resides and not where the kid goes to school? If the primary parent continues living in NJ, will it be In-state for NJ? What if the primary parent moves to PA, will it be In-state for PA then? Thanks.</p>

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<p>The rules vary by state. See:</p>

<p><a href=“In-State Tuition and State Residency Requirements - Finaid”>Your Guide for College Financial Aid - Finaid;

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<p>Depends upon the state. Taking NY as an example, the child can be eligible for resident tuition in the non-custodial parent’s state, but that child has to start living with the non-custodial parent and continue doing so during the school year. So essentially this benefits only commuter students. Any NY attorneys out there correct me if I am wrong.</p>

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<p>Some info on PA residency for Penn State: <a href=“FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions | Office of the Bursar”>FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions | Office of the Bursar;

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<p>Not only it varies from state to state, it also depends on the school policy. Here in Michigan, each public school has a different in-state tuition policy.</p>

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<p>Also be aware that parental moves may result in loss of residency in the origin state but not gaining residency in the new state for a year, if the new state’s universities have a waiting period for residency. I.e. the student may not get in-state tuition for any state during the waiting period.</p>

<p>Note that PA public universities are expensive and give poor in-state financial aid. Also, divorced parent situations can be problematic for college financial aid, since colleges that give good financial aid generally expect financial information and contributions from both parents (federal aid only considers the custodial parent, though).</p>

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