1. A student who has resided in Pennsylvania for a purpose other than pursuing their education for at least twelve (12) continuous months immediately prior to their initial enrollment at the University or any other institution of higher education in Pennsylvania is presumed to be a resident for tuition purposes.
2. A student who has not resided in Pennsylvania for a period of twelve (12) continuous months immediately prior to his/her initial enrollment at the University or any other institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is presumed not to be a resident of Pennsylvania for tuition purposes; however, a student may rebut this presumption with clear and convincing evidence.
3. A student who is not a United States citizen or does not have an immigrant visa is presumed not to be a resident of Pennsylvania for tuition purposes; however, a student may rebut this presumption with clear and convincing evidence.
4. A minor or a dependent is presumed to have the domicile of their parent(s) or legal guardian(s). The age of majority for establishing a domicile for tuition purposes is twenty-two (22). A student may prove financial emancipation or independent domicile through clear and convincing evidence.
5. A United States Government employee or a member of the armed forces who was domiciled in Pennsylvania immediately preceding entry into government service and who has continuously maintained legal residence in Pennsylvania will be presumed to have a Pennsylvania domicile.
6. Military personnel and their dependents will be eligible for classification as Pennsylvania residents for tuition purposes while such personnel are on active duty and assigned to a Pennsylvania military installation. A student seeking classification as a Pennsylvania resident on the basis of their active duty military status or on the grounds that they are a dependent of an active duty military person assigned to Pennsylvania must document the active duty status and the beginning and ending dates of the military assignment(s) in Pennsylvania.
7. A student receiving a scholarship, grant, loan or other type of aid which is dependent upon maintaining residence or domicile in a state other than Pennsylvania is presumed not to be a resident of Pennsylvania for tuition purposes.

A student requesting reclassification must show, by clear and convincing evidence, that their residence is in Pennsylvania and that their presence in Pennsylvania is not primarily or solely for the purpose of pursuing an education. Each case will be decided on the basis of an evaluation of all relevant facts and documentation submitted. Although not conclusive, the factors listed below may be given weight that the University may assign to them under the circumstances of each case. The University will consider the quality of evidence, rather than merely the quantity. A student is not required to establish a specific number of factors or a specific combination of factors for Pennsylvania domicile. Further, providing some or all of the documentation suggested or requested by the University will not necessarily result in being classified as a resident.

The following factors may be considered by the University in determining whether a student is domiciled in Pennsylvania:

1. Lease or purchase of a permanent, independent residence in Pennsylvania
2. Payment of applicable state and local taxes and the filing of appropriate returns for such taxes
3. Transfer of bank accounts, stock, automobile and other registered property to Pennsylvania
4. A Pennsylvania driver's license
5. Registration to vote in Pennsylvania
6. Acceptance of an offer of permanent full-time employment in Pennsylvania
7. Continuous presence in Pennsylvania during significant periods while not enrolled as a student
8. Membership in Pennsylvania, social, athletic, civic, political and/or religious organizations
9. Affidavit of intention to reside permanently in Pennsylvania after completion of coursework
10. For minors or students claiming independence, evidence that the student is not a dependent. Such evidence may include copies of the tax returns of the student and/or their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) or sworn statements from the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) setting forth facts which establish the student's financial independence and separate residence.

1. A student who changes their domicile from Pennsylvania to another state must promptly give written notice of the change to the Residency Certification Officer. The student will be reclassified as of the date of the change. A student who fails to inform the Residency Certification Officer of changes in facts or circumstances which might affect his/her residency classification will be responsible for the difference between resident and non-resident tuition.
2. Any student who provides false information or deliberately conceals the facts in connection with a residency petition or appeal will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action. In addition, any student found eligible for resident status based on false information or error is subject to retroactive reclassification as a non-resident and may be responsible for the payment of non-resident tuition and fees for the period during which they were classified as a resident.
3. A student may challenge an involuntary reclassification under the procedures described herein. NOTE: The University reserves the right to conduct audits regarding Pennsylvania resident classification and may make appropriate adjustments in the classification of students.