Certificate of Residence Information

In order to qualify for resident tuition rates, you must have a valid Certificate of Residence on file with the Hudson Valley Community College Cashier's Office.

If you are a Veteran attending Hudson Valley Community College in accordance with the federal GI bills and in compliance with all applicable eligibility requirements thereof and you are not eligible to obtain a Certificate of Residence, you should contact the Cashier's Office to have the non-resident tuition charge removed from your account.

If you have been a permanent resident of New York State for a minimum of one year, you most likely qualify to receive the Certificate of Residence. You will be required to document your permanent resident status upon application for the Certificate of Residence.

Where do I get it?

• ALL NYS Residents EXCEPT Rensselaer County Residents:
  You obtain a Certificate of Residence FROM THE COUNTY of your permanent address by providing proof of residency. It is recommended that you contact your County's designated office for information on how to obtain a Certificate of Residence. Refer to the List of New York State County & Local Offices.
• City of Troy Residents:
  City of Troy residents must complete the Proof of Residency Application for City of Troy residents and follow instructions on the form. The application and associated documentation should be presented to the HVCC Cashier's Office.
• All Other Rensselaer County Residents (except City of Troy):
  All other Rensselaer County residents should complete and bring the Certificate of Residence Application for Rensselaer County EXCEPT City of Troy to their town/city clerk for certification. Refer to the List of New York State County & Local Offices.

NYS County & Local Offices

When do I get it?

Certificates are valid only if issued within 60 days prior to the start of classes.

Summer 2020 - Certificate must be dated on or after March 27, 2020.
Fall 2020 – Certificate must be dated on or after July 2, 2020.

Why do I need it?

A Certificate of Residence enables Hudson Valley Community College to charge your county for part of your tuition costs.
**If you do not submit a Certificate of Residence you will be considered a NON-resident of New York State and will be required to pay the additional non-resident tuition.**

When do I give it to the college and who do I give it to?

A Certificate of Residence must be submitted prior to or at the time of payment of your tuition and fees.

Your Certificate of Residence should be submitted to the Cashier's Office at Hudson Valley Community College. You may bring the Certificate in person to the Guenther Enrollment Services Center, room 125 or mail it to:

Hudson Valley Community College
PO Box 1470
Troy, NY 12181

You may email a scanned copy or fax the Certificate, however, we must receive the original Certificate by the start of classes.
Fax: (518) 629-4892
Email: cashier@hvcc.edu

How long is my Certificate good for?

Certificates of Residence are valid for one year. For example, if you submit a Certificate of Residence for the fall semester, you will need to obtain and submit a new Certificate of Residence for the following fall semester.