Petition for Change of Residency Classification
NOTE: If a change in classification is approved, it will affect future terms only; it will not affect present or prior terms.
Directions:
STEP 1: Complete Section 1 neatly.
STEP 2: Choose an option in Section 2.
STEP 3: Attach required documents for your specific status, either dependent or independent.
You are considered a dependent if any parent or guardian is claiming you on their tax returns.
**If you are a Non‐U.S. Citizen, you must provide proof of Permanent Residence Status or Asylum
Status to be considered for in‐state or out‐of‐state status.**
STEP 4: Read reminders and sign the petition.
STEP 5: Submit this form as directed before the document deadline.
SECTION 1.
Student’s Name ___________________________________________________________________________________
(please print)
Last
First
MI
Student’s ID# ___________________________________________________________________________________
Present Address ___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
Date of Birth _______________________________________________
I am submitting this petition for tuition purposes for _________________________________________ semester.
(example: Fall 2012)
SECTION 2.
Please check one:
Requesting change from foreign to out‐of‐state residency status (Provide documentation of permanent residence status.)
Requesting change from out‐of‐state to Georgia residency status (Complete the Georgia residency status
requirements below as either a dependent or non‐dependent student.)
Requesting change from foreign to out‐of‐state residency status (Provide documentation or permanent residence
status and complete the Georgia residency status requirements listed below.)
Requesting change to in‐state residency status based on TCSG policy (as outlined at
https://tcsg.edu/tcsgpolicy/docs/V.B.3.Residency.html.) Please cite the provision within the policy and provide proof that
you qualify for this provision.
Provision: _______________________________________________________________
Office Use Only:
Approved _______
Denied _____ Reason _______________________________________
Date status e‐mailed to student _________ Signature ________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________ __
Revised: 12/19/2013