To be considered a California resident for purposes of fees, an out-of-state student must have lived in California for more than one year preceding the residence determination date, relinquish residence in other states, show an intent to establish residency in California, and demonstrate financial independence.
Unmarried undergraduates from other states qualify as financially independent if they were not claimed by their parents or others as dependents for tax purposes for two preceding tax years and if their annual income is sufficient to meet their needs.
All married students and unmarried graduate and professional students from other states qualify as financially independent if their parents or others have not claimed them as dependents for tax purposes for the preceding year.
Other out-of-state students who qualify as financially independent include: veterans of the U.S. armed services; students with legal dependents other than a spouse; students with both parents deceased; students who are wards of the court; and students who are at least 24 years of age by December 31 of the year they seek to be classified as residents.
Students holding nonimmigrant visas (F-1, J-1, etc.) may not establish California residency for purposes of fees. Students who cannot establish California residency under these rules will be required to pay out-of-state tuition as well as UC and campus fees.
For an undergraduate state resident living in campus housing 2003-2004, the average annual cost is around $16,071. This includes ranges of:
* $3,629 to $4,095 fees
* $1,072 to $1,350 books and supplies
* $7,098 to $10,046 room and board
* $1,720 to $2,450 personal expenses and transportation
* Nonresidents (students who are not California residents) pay another $11,070 in tuition and fees.
Costs vary among the campuses due to differences in fees and living expenses.
More information about the cost of attendance at the University of California is available on-line at: budget.ucop.edu/fees/fees.html.
All University fees are subject to change. For comprehensive information about establishing residency, refer to the campus General Catalog or contact the campus Residence Deputy.