Full-year resident – You maintained a legal place of residence in Illinois from January 1st through December 31st. You are an Illinois resident if you were domiciled in Illinois for the entire year.For an independent student to be considered a resident of Illinois they must have physically resided in Illinois for 12 continuous full months. You must verify your residency to determine your tuition and charges. We've included essential steps such as creating your account, applying for a short term rental license, and more. Where you file your Form I485 depends on your eligibility category. Review the information below to see where you should file your application. The below is a list of accepted documents to demonstrate your eligibility for the pilot. Residency Status​​ Students who meet Illinois residency requirements pay an in-state tuition rate, while all nonresidents pay out-of-state tuition. Edu and click on "Profile," then select "Proof of Residency Documents," upload approved documents listed below to your portal.