You may be classified as an in-state resident of Nevada if, at the beginning of a semester, you have been a "bona fide" resident of the state for at least twelve months. You are considered a "bona fide" resident if you live in Nevada and have made it your true, fixed, permanent home, have abandoned any former residence, and have no intent to make any other place outside Nevada your home.

If you do not currently qualify for Nevada residency and want to become re-classified in the future, please contact the Registrar at 775.753.2361 to determine exactly what will be necessary for reclassification. Learning what's necessary in advance may make the difference in the approval of your Petition for Residency.*

Note: Students with visas, except a permanent immigration visa, will generally not be classified as resident students.

If you have moved to Nevada for employment purposes during the last 12 months, you may be eligible for Nevada resident fees. You will need to present a letter on company letterhead including date of hire and stating that you are a full-time, permanent employee who moved to Nevada for the purpose of employment here. The same is true if your spouse or guardian (who reports you as a dependent on tax returns) moved to Nevada for employment.

You are eligible for the Nevada resident rate for specific classes mandated by your employer. Please have your employer complete and return the Employer Required Class* form.

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