Am I considered a resident?

[Rnass]

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Hello everyone

I am currently studying dentistry in the Middle East and have considered applying for a postgraduate program at the University of Washington after I graduate.
The only drawback is the hefty International Student fee, which is why I would like to find out if I would be eligible for the Resident tuition fee.

I have read the requirements to be a WA resident, but my situation is a bit different so I was hoping someone here could give me a bit of insight on the matter.

I am a US citizen and have lived most of my life in Washington State. A number of years ago my family moved back here to our homeland in the Middle East, but my parents owned a business in WA which would mean we were still considered residents even after moving back here (correct me if I'm wrong?). However, as of one year ago, my parents no longer own their business there. So what I would like to know is, would I still be considered a resident since I am a US citizen and lived in Washington most of my life?

Any help would be greatly appreciated, and sorry if my question is a bit strange but I'm not so sure as to how university matters work in the US 🙂

 

[emorypredent]

I can't speak for that specific state, but generally no. There are exceptions/appeals so you can talk to the school. For example, in Nevada you are considered a resident as long as you graduated from a Nevada high school.

Determining residency isn't always clear cut, but these are some major points:
-Physical presence in the state for a majority of the year.
-Payment of RESIDENT income tax in the state.
-State driver's license
-Registered to vote in the state
-Registered a car in the state