Residency
November 27, 2023
Glossary of Residency Terms
There are many terms that are associated with applying for residency to be assessed in-state tuition rates at the University of Washington. If after reviewing the following glossary of terms, you still have questions on their meaning, please email the Residency Team at resquest@uw.edu. Bona Fide Domicile An individual’s true home and intended permanent living…
August 19, 2020
Coronavirus FAQs – Residency
The Residence Classification Office has been receiving many inquiries about how the COVID-19 global health emergency will impact the residency process. Currently, there have been no changes to the residency laws with regard to the pandemic, however, the Residence Classification Office will review each application with consideration of the circumstances. The following information is provided…
July 30, 2020
Application and Paperwork Submissions
Current and Upcoming Application Periods The Residency Application process detailed on this webpage applies to UW Seattle students only. Application Deadline: No new applications are accepted after this date. Additional Documents Deadline: Applications are considered incomplete if any requested supplemental documents are not submitted by this date. Spring 2024 Submission Form Application & Document Upload…
October 16, 2015
Contact the Residency Office
UW Seattle Students Prior to Scheduling an Appointment Students are encouraged to thoroughly review the topics and content within this website before making an in-person appointment. All necessary forms/applications, as well as the answers to most basic questions about the requirements and processes, are provided within. During high-demand times, appointment length is limited to 15…
Frequently Asked Questions
The UW Residency Classification Office will administer residency determinations in accordance with the current law at the time of application. DISCLAIMER: The information on this webpage is current as of 01/12/2024. The University of Washington reserves the right to update or remove this page as necessary for clarity and/or to reflect changes to residency law…
Application Process
Residency review is campus-specific. If you are a student at UW Bothell or UW Tacoma, please review your campus’ residency websites. Residence Questionnaire Complete the Residence Questionnaire and UW Seattle documentation checklist PDF form appropriate for your situation (financially independent student or financially dependent student) and provide all requested supporting documentation verifying you have met…
Medical Student Applicants
As part of the admissions process, the UW School of Medicine Admissions Office requires some applicants to verify their Washington residency through our office. The information on this page is for UW School of Medicine applicants only. Residency Affidavit School of Medicine applicants who meet the following requirements are eligible to submit the Washington Higher…
Washington Residents Absent from State
Absence Due to Military/Civil Service Washington residents, who enter the military/civil service while domiciled in Washington or established a domicile while stationed in Washington for a period of at least one year, will maintain resident status while being stationed outside of Washington if they: Return within one year (12 months) of discharge/end of service with…
American Indian Students
American Indian students who meet the following two conditions are eligible to pay resident tuition at colleges and universities in Washington State: For a period of one year immediately prior to enrollment at a state institution of higher education, students must have been domiciled in one or a combination of the following states: Idaho, Montana,…
Qualifying Visas
Students who hold a qualifying visa (A, E, G, H, I, K, or L), and have applied for the visa for at least 12 months prior to the quarter of application, may be eligible for residency for tuition purposes. Please reference Residency Requirements for details on establishing bona fide domicile. Students must complete the Residence…
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