The classification officer of each public higher educational institution shall be responsible for initially classifying students "in-state" or "out-of-state." Appropriate procedures shall be established by each such institution by which a student may appeal his or her initial classification.

 If, for any reason, there is a question about a student’s residency classification for fee paying purposes, it is his or her responsibility to check with the Graduate Admissions Office. Application for residency reclassification must be made to the classification officer on or before the last day of regular registration of that semester.