The following table outlines the basic requirements a student must fulfill to qualify for the in-state tuition rate as a resident of the state or City of New York. As is set forth in the Manual, students may also qualify for the in-state tuition rate on other grounds, including having attended/graduated from a high school or having obtained a GED (since 2014, the Test Assessing Secondary Completion or "TASC" exam) in the State of New York.
Residency Requirements For Community Colleges
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IF STUDENT:
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| Is a US Citizen; or a Permanent Resident; or has a Qualifying Immigration Status |
AND |
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| Has continuously resided in state of NY for 12 months immediately preceding the first day of classes |
AND |
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| Has continuously resided in New York City for the 6 months immediately preceding the first day of classes |
OR |
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| Has presented a valid certificate of residence to the CUNY community college from his/her home New York State county |
AND |
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| Has a bona fide Intent to reside in New York permanently |
THEN |
Eligible for in-state tuition |
County Residencies