If using the post 9/11 GI Bill to cover out of state tuition, does the time spent in that state count towards residency?

2019-04-09T00:53:23-04:00

I have about 1.5 years remaining on my GI Bill and want to transfer to a University in a state I'm not currently a resident of. The post 9/11 GI Bill will cover the increased out of state tuition costs, but will the 1.5 years I spend there count towards residency in that state? (assuming the state requires 12 months to be considered a resident). Allowing me to (after my benefits expire) pay in state tuition out of pocket to finish my degree.

Response by SFC George Smith made Apr 9 at 2019 1:08 AM

2019-04-09T01:08:03-04:00

You Need To Get With The Education Reps At The Education Center Or The Folks At The Collage You want To go To...
Get As Mant Credits As You Can While Still On AD...

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Apr 9 at 2019 10:00 AM

2019-04-09T10:00:59-04:00

I believe owning property is a way to residency.

Response by SFC Melvin Brandenburg made Apr 9 at 2019 8:01 PM

2019-04-09T20:01:22-04:00

Most states will not allow time spent in the state for the purpose of attending college to count toward residency. You have to relocate for a job and live for a certain amount of time in order for residency to be established. Some states, such as Iowa, will immediately consider a new student a resident if their parent who provides most of their support has relocated for work or to start a business. So, you are unlikely to win the argument.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 10 at 2019 2:35 PM

2019-04-10T14:35:44-04:00

With the new changes to the GI Bill your university has to charge you at the in-state tuition rate regardless of your residency.
It's literally on the GI Bill website...
https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/post911_residentraterequirements.asp

GI Bill Resident Rate Requirements - Education and Training

Section 702 of the Veterans Choice Act GI Bill Resident Rate

Response by CA Delete D. made May 20 at 2019 8:30 PM

2019-05-20T20:30:14-04:00

How could going to school on GI Bill count towards gaining in-state residency? Just to get a driver's license in most states, you need to prove you intend to remain by signing a lease, buying a house, having utilities in your name, etc. The major reason for higher tuition is applied to out-of-state students is due to the assumption that you will graduate and return to your state of residency, or possibly elsewhere, for work. In other words, you most likely will not be subject to the tax system of the host state and will not benefit the state in the economic long-term.