Becoming a Βι¶ΉΣ³» resident
A student is considered a "resident" of the state of Βι¶ΉΣ³» for tuition purposes under the following conditions:
- An enrollee or graduate of a Βι¶ΉΣ³» high school
- A member of the Armed Forces of the United States stationed in Βι¶ΉΣ³» as a permanent duty assignment, pursuant to military orders, or the spouse, family or legal guardian of such a person
- A student who is financially dependent upon a family member or legal guardian who has been a resident of the state of Βι¶ΉΣ³» 12 months prior to the first day of instruction of the semester in which the student intends to enroll
- A student who is financially independent and has established residence in the state of Βι¶ΉΣ³» for a minimum of 12 months prior to the first day of instruction of the semester in which the student intends to enroll
- A financially independent person who has relocated or transferred to Βι¶ΉΣ³» specifically for the primary purpose of permanent full-time employment or to establish a business in Βι¶ΉΣ³», or the spouse, or dependents of such a person
- A student who has been classified as an in-state resident by another Βι¶ΉΣ³» System of Higher Education (NSHE) institution
For full details about Βι¶ΉΣ³» Residency please visit the Board of Regents Handbook, Title 4 Chapter 15: Regulations for Determining Residency and Tuition Charges.
Non-resident information
A non-resident who enrolls in an institution of the Βι¶ΉΣ³» System of Higher Education (NSHE) shall continue to be classified as a non-resident student throughout the student's enrollment, unless the student demonstrates that their previous residence has been abandoned and the student is a Βι¶ΉΣ³» resident. Residency of dependent students is established by the domicile of parents or guardians. As long as students remain dependent on non-resident parents or guardians, they cannot qualify for resident status. Residency of an independent student will generally be established by their physical domicile and residency in Βι¶ΉΣ³» for at least 12 months immediately prior to the date of matriculation.
A student can show Βι¶ΉΣ³» residency by asking their NSHE institution to write a letter (on school letterhead) stating they took classes at their institution and were considered a Βι¶ΉΣ³» resident while they were in attendance. They can fax the letter to admissions and records at (775) 784-1025. Please ensure your full name and student ID are on the letter. Once we have received the letter, tuition in MyNEVADA 2.0 will reflect in-state residency.
How to apply for Βι¶ΉΣ³» residency
The Βι¶ΉΣ³» residency application is required to be submitted no later than the second Friday before the start of the term in which the student seeks to be classified as a Βι¶ΉΣ³» resident for tuition purposes.
Students have 30 days from the date their application for Βι¶ΉΣ³» residency was denied to submit an appeal. All appeals are due the Friday before classes start to be considered for the current term.