To qualify for in-state fees, you must meet the official residency requirements established by the State of Missouri. The conditions that determine residency are very specific and in all cases require that you have lived in Missouri at least 12 months and intend to reside here permanently.

To apply for in-state status, complete a Petition for Residency Status (available from Mizzou’s Residency Office) and submit it with photocopies of all required documentation. Each petition is reviewed individually.

Some things to bear in mind:

• You must complete your 12-month residency period in Missouri before you are eligible to apply for residency status.
• You may apply for a current semester only during that semester.
• It’s your responsibility to provide copies of required documentation.