Residency Policy

Residency status for students is determined in the Office of Admissions. The status is determined according to the policy on classification of students for fee assessment purposes at state-supported institutions of higher education. Except as provided in the guidelines, it is presumed that a resident has remained in this state in a non-student status for the twelve consecutive months immediately preceding the last date for enrollment in the institution.

The domicile of an un-emancipated person, as defined in the guidelines, is that of his/her parent. The domicile of a married person is determined by the provisions of the guidelines independent of the residence of the spouse.

Indiana Tuition Reciprocity

The University of Louisville is participating in an Indiana Tuition Reciprocity Program for residents of Clark, Crawford, Floyd, Harrison, Washington or Scott Counties who have been admitted directly into an approved program. Eligible participants are required to notify the Admissions Office prior to their first enrollment and the Registrar's Office after their first enrollment of any changes in the enrollment status, if they no longer live in one of the eligible counties, or no longer in an eligible program. The University reserves the right to further investigate and require documentation of eligibility for tuition reciprocity.

For Military Personnel

If you, your spouse or parent (if dependent) are currently stationed in Kentucky on military active duty for one or more years, please attach a copy of the military orders, lease or mortgage showing your Kentucky address and a military dependent identification card if appropriate.

If you are a Kentucky resident but have been in the military and have been recently discharged, please attach a copy of your military discharge papers (DD-214).

Copies of the guidelines and appropriate forms for requesting change of residence classification may be obtained from the Office of Admissions.