Residency

Any current or prospective student wishing to determine their residency status may view  the guidelines established by the State System of Higher Education Board of Governors' Policy 1985-03. (To read this policy, you must have adobe acrobat reader installed.)

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Mansfield University has instituted a policy that grants New York State residents a reduced out-of-state undergraduate tuition rate. New York residency requirements follow the same basic criteria used in determining Pennsylvania residency.

Any student may challenge Mansfield University's determination of his/her domicile.  If after reading the Board of Governors Policy 1985-03, Student Domicile Regulations, you feel you qualify for Pennsylvania or Good Neighbor tuition rates, you must complete the State System of Higher Education Residency Classification Data Collection Form.   If you have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed, you can download the Residency Classification Data Collection Form here.  If you prefer not to download acrobat reader, the forms can be obtained through the Controller's Office, Room 130 Alumni Hall or by calling (570) 662-4868.  The form must be completed in its entirety, notarized and returned to the Controller's Office along with supporting documentation.  A determination will be made in writing within 45 working days after receiving the complete packet of information.  The effective date of reclassification will be stated in the Controller's letter.

If the student is not satisfied with the decision made by Mansfield University's Controller, he/she may appeal the decision in writing to the Office of the Chancellor, State System of Higher Education, Dixon University Center, 2986 N. Second St., Harrisburg, PA 17110 within 30 days.  The decision of the Chancellor is considered final.

A student who changes domicile from Pennsylvania to another state must promptly give written notice to the University.  In the event the University believes a student is no longer a Pennsylvania resident, the University may reclassify the student's tuition rate.  This determination can be challenged under the procedures described above. 

Questions and concerns should be directed to the Controller,  Mr. Curt Tofts,  by e-mail or by calling (570) 662-4882.

View the official Mansfield University college catalog residency information.