In-state Tuition Fee Based on Only One Parent

Erin_s_Dad
Mon, 25 May 2015 18:42:49 +0000

I very much doubt this will work.
http://ucop.edu/residency/10-things-undergrads.html

Physical presence in California solely for educational purposes does not constitute the establishment of California residence, regardless of length of stay

Conduct that may be inconsistent with a claim of California residence includes:
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Paying taxes in another state or country as a resident of that state or country, or not fulfilling tax obligations to the State of California;

Since your spouse does not work she is dependent on you. Presumably you pay taxes in HI.