The link can be found at the bottom of this webpage.
Application Windows:
- Spring term: Nov. 15 - Feb 15
- Summer term: April 15 - June 15
- Fall term: July 15 - Sept. 15
Residency Reclassification for Tuition and Fee Purposes
The link can be found at the bottom of this webpage.
Application Windows:
What is Residency Reclassification?
Residency reclassification allows you to change your status from a Non-Missouri resident to a Missouri resident for tuition and fee purposes. Your residency status is initially determined during the admissions process based on the information provided in your application. You can apply for reclassification if you were initially classified as a non-resident and later establish residency in Missouri. If you were just admitted and believe your initial classification is incorrect, please contact the Office of Admissions.
Qualifications for Residency Reclassification
You may qualify for residency reclassification if you, your spouse, or your parent/guardian meet specific conditions, including:
- You, your spouse, or your parent/guardian have lived in Missouri for 12 consecutive months
- You, your spouse, or your parent/guardian move to Missouri for full-time employment, professional practice, retirement, or to run a business
- Your parent/guardians are divorced and one parent/guardian lives and works in Missouri
- You marry a Missouri resident and establish a common household
- You moved to Missouri to work full-time and have decided to enroll at Missouri State University
Special Circumstances
- You, your spouse, or your parent/guardian are active-duty military stationed in Missouri, have Missouri listed as your Home of Record, or are a member of the Missouri National Guard
- You graduated from a Missouri high school and are enrolling in college in the term immediately following your graduation
If none of these circumstances apply to you, you must establish residency in Missouri for at least 12 consecutive months before applying for reclassification.
Required Documentation
Required documents for reclassification vary depending on how you qualify—whether through yourself, your spouse, your parent/guardian, or through a special circumstance. Be sure to review the specific criteria and provide the appropriate documentation based on your eligibility category.
Yourself
*If the student is applying independantly, all documentation must be in the student's name.
To apply independantly, the student cannot be claimed as a dependent under a parent or guardian's tax documentation.
- A brief personal statement from the student that explains their intent to establish Missouri as their permanent home outside of their educational pursuits
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Missouri Driver’s License or Non-Driver ID
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Voter Registration in Missouri or U.S. Permanent Resident Card
- Proof of continuous Presence in Missouri for the past 12 months
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Proof of Income in Missouri amounting $3,000 or more
Spouse
*If the student is qualifying through their spouse, all documentation must be in the spouse's name.
- A brief personal statement from the student that explains their intent to establish Missouri as their permanent home outside of their educational pursuits
- Missouri Driver’s License or Non-Driver ID
- Voter Registration in Missouri or U.S. Permanent Resident Card
- Proof of continuous Presence in Missouri for the past 12 months
- Proof of Income in Missouri amounting $3,000 or more
- Marriage License
Parent/Guardian
*If the student is under 24 years and claimed as a dependent on their parent or guardian's taxes, applicant must submit all documentation under that parent or guardian's name.
- A brief personal statement from the student that explains their intent to establish Missouri as their permanent home outside of their educational pursuits
- Missouri Driver’s License or Non-Driver ID
- Voter Registration in Missouri or U.S. Permanent Resident Card
- Proof of continuous Presence in Missouri for the past 12 months
- Proof of Income in Missouri amounting $3,000 or more
- Federal tax return showing the student's dependency status
Special Circumstances
Military Applicants
- A brief personal statement from the student that explains their intent to establish Missouri as their permanent home outside of their educational pursuits
- Military Documents:
- Current military orders showing your, your spouse's, or parent/guardian's duty station is in Missouri, OR
- Military documentation proving Missouri is your, your spouse's, or parent/guardian's home of record
- Marriage license, if applying through spouse
- Federal tax return showing the student's dependency status, if applying through parent or guardian
Missouri National Guard Applicants
- A brief personal statement from the student explaining the reason for currently residing in Missouri, excluding enrollment in or attendance at a Missouri educational institution as the primary purpose.
- Missouri Driver’s License or Non-Driver ID
- Documentation confirming active or reserve status in the Missouri National Guard
Missouri High School Graduates
- A brief personal statement from the student that explains their intent to establish Missouri as their permanent home outside of their educational pursuits
- High school transcript showing Missouri residency at graduation
Explanation of Accepted Documents
Below are explanations of the types of documents required for residency reclassification.
What You Need to Know Before Applying for Residency Reclassification
- You are responsible for applying. According to the State of Missouri's Residency Policy, it is your responsibility to apply for residency reclassification after establishing residency in Missouri. You must also provide any required proof of residency as requested by the university.
- Reclassification is not retroactive. If your application is approved, your residency status will only be updated for the term in which you applied—it will not apply to previous terms.
- Deadlines cannot be extended or appealed.
- Your permanent address must be in Missouri. Before submitting your application, update your permanent address with the university to a Missouri address. While your physical address does not determine residency status, your records should reflect your Missouri residency.
- Temporary IDs are not accepted. You, your spouse, or your parent/guardian must have a permanent Missouri state identification card before applying.
- Student employment and university houseing cannot be used as proof of income or presence because they are based on your status as a student.
- Once submitted, your application will be processed within three business weeks. During this time, the Office of the Registrar cannot provide status updates.
FAQs
- Some documents may require notarization. Free notary servise are available on campus; call ahead to confirm availability: Notaries at MSU.
- If you need to register to vote or check your voter registration, you can do so online at the following link: Register to Vote.
- International Students: Only students with eligible visas or permanent resident status may qualify. F, J, or M visa holders are not eligible.
- Disputing Residency Status: If you believe your residency status was classified incorrectly
when you applied for admission, and you haven’t started classes yet, please contact
the Office of Admissions at Admissions@MissouriState.edu.
All disputes must be submitted by the end of the residency reclassification period during your first term enrolled.
Reclassification periods by term:- Spring: November 15 – February 15
- Summer: April 15 – June 15
- Fall: July 15 – September 15
Policy and Appeals
Missouri State University follows the State of Missouri's residency policy for determining residency status for tuition and fees. Learn more: Residency Policy.
Application Link:
You can access the application and document uploader here:
Residency Reclassification Application.
Questions?
For more information or questions, contact the Office of the Registrar at Registrar@MissouriState.edu.