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Living in Florida for a year or longer DOES NOT automatically qualify you for in-state tuition (Florida residency).
Under Florida law, there is a difference between being a “Florida Resident” and being a “Florida Resident for Tuition Purposes”.
To be considered a “Florida Resident for Tuition Purposes”, you must prove through official and/or legal documents that you have moved to Florida permanently and are not merely living in Florida temporarily while you attend UWF.
Despite the length of time you attend UWF, you may not qualify for “Florida Residency for Tuition Purposes”.
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Independent students who are younger than 24 years old must earn 50% of the cost of attendance outlined by the Financial Aid Office; i.e. 2017-2018 Estimated Undergraduate Budget is $20,670, 50% = $10,335 earned income per year. However, if a student works an avergae of 30 or more hours per week for 12 consecutive months and does not earn 50% of their cost of attendance, they can be reviewed on a case-by-case basis for residency reclassification. |
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An applicant may not be eligible for reclassification as a resident for tuition purposes, unless the applicant (or parent/legal guardian if claiming dependent status; or spouse if claiming marital status) presents clear and convincing documentation that supports permanent legal residency in this state for at least 12 consecutive months rather than temporary residency for the purpose of pursuing an education, such as:
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