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HomeEducation CodeDiv. 5Pt. 41Ch. 1Art. 2§ 68022 Resident Classification Rules

§ 68022 Resident Classification Rules

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§ 68022 Resident Classification Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •This law is about who counts as a 'resident' for California colleges.
  • •It applies to big schools like UC, Cal State, and community colleges.
  • •The rules for being a resident are in another law (Section 68017).
  • •This law just says what 'resident classification' means for these schools.

Example

A student moves to California and wants to pay lower tuition at a UC school.

The school will check if the student is a 'resident' using the rules in Section 68017. If they are, they pay less for tuition.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 68022 Resident Classification Rules

“Resident classification” means classification as a resident, pursuant to Section 68017, at the University of California, the California State University, the California Maritime Academy, or a California community college. (Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1372, Sec. 233.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

resident classificationmaritimestudentcommunityuniversitycal state

Related Statutes

  • § 68040 Student Residency Classification
  • § 68012 Community College Definitions
  • § 69510 Student Aid Commission Members
  • § 56034 Private Special Education Schools
  • § 68130.5 Nonresident Tuition Exemption Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 68022.
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