Types of Tuition

IN-STATE TUITION

In-State Tuition is typically lower for students who qualify, as an incentive to encourage Colorado Residents to take advantage of Colorado colleges and universities.

You may be granted In-State tuition if you have lived in Colorado for 12 months prior to your first day of college and you meet the following criteria:

  • Payment of Colorado Income tax

  • Possession of a Colorado Drivers Lisence

  • Colorado Motor Vehicle Registration

  • Voter Registration

  • Permanent employment

  • Ownership of a residential property that is your primary residence

  • Graduation from a Colorado High School

  • Continued Residence in Colorado other than just throughout the academic year.

If under 23, classification for in-state tuition is based upon your parent/legal guardian.

NON-RESIDENT TUITION

Typically higher than in-state tuition. Private colleges (colleges not funded by the state) typically don't offer a different tuition rate in regards to residency status. Students who are classified as DACA/undocumented will have to pay the non-resident tuition rate unless he or she applies for ASSET at the college they decide to go to (See DACA/Undocumented Resources tab for more information about ASSET).