Student Residence Status

(D)  Additional criteria which may be considered by residency officers in determining residency may include but are not limited to the following.

(1) Criteria evidencing residency:
a.  if a person is subject to tax liability under Section 5747.02 of the
     Revised Code;
b.  if a person qualifies to vote in Ohio;
c.  if a person is eligible to receive Ohio public assistance;
d.  if a person has an Ohio driver's license and/or motor vehicle
     registration.

(2) Criteria evidencing lack of residency:
a.  if a person is a resident of or intends to be a resident of another state or nation for the purpose of tax liability, voting or receipt of public assistance. (See paragraph (D)(2)(a) of this rule.)

(3) For the purpose of determining residency for tuition surcharge purposes at Ohio's state-assisted colleges and universities, an individual's immigration status will not preclude an individual from obtaining resident status if that individual has the current legal status to remain permanently in the United States.