State Residency

[dent_gent]

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Hi friends, I need some input on where you think my state residency is located.

Here's the situation. I am attending dental school at the University of Utah this August and hope to get in-state tuition there. I am originally from Ohio, but I have been attending BYU-Idaho for the past four years. During the summers, I live with my family, who moved to Utah 3 years ago. I am filed as a dependent under my parent's taxes, which should qualify me for in-state tuition. However, when I fill out the FAFSA, it says I am an independent because I am attending professional school. If I'm considered an independent I can't use my parents to claim my residency in Utah.

What do you think? Will I get in-state tuition? Also, when I am filling out the FAFSA, should I provide my parent's information?

Thanks!

 

[ajj70]

You have to supply your parent's information to get the max loan amounts and if you have your drivers licence, home address and your family lives in Utah, I don't know why you wouldn't be able to claim residency? I would call the school and check with them.