Residency

WHERE YOU'RE FROM CAN MAKE A big difference

The state of your tuition may be impacted by the state you're from.

We welcome all, in-state or out, but which state you're from can save you in tuition. It's worth while to find out more.

Dive into the Details

Residency Status

Residency classification is made during the admission process. So, if you haven't, apply now. The determination is based on many different factors including, but not limited to:

How long you've lived in Wisconsin
Legal dependence upon a parent or legal guardian with bona fide Wisconsin residence
High school of graduation
Verification of employment relocation
Explore all the qualifications for residency status

Residency Discounts

Information regarding resident classification for tuition purposes:

Midwest Student Exchange—If you're a Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, or Ohio resident, you can attend at a reduced rate. Check out the MSEP costs.
Minnesota-Wisconsin Reciprocity—If your from Minnesota, enroll for the same rate. Contact us to get started.
Return to Wisconsin—Did you parents or grandparents attend UW-Green Bay and you do not live in Wisconsin currently? There's a discount for that.
Resident Fee Status—Explore the rules of being a bona fide resident of Wisconsin.

Dan Vande Yacht from the Registrar office

Residency Help

Feeling lost? Let us help! We're experts at diving into the details to ensure that you're eligible for the residence benefits you deserve. We've cleared the path for many a Phoenix.

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