U.S. citizen living abroad applying as an undergraduate at a university in California

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I moved here with my family about 6 months ago but I would like to study as an undergrad in a university in California. I was born in New York then my family moved and lived in California for 12 years.

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<p>Is your family’s move to Mexico temporary? Do you still keep a residence in CA? Are your parents still CA registered voters? Are they going to file a CA tax return?</p>

<p>If yes, then would contact each UC school and plead for in-state status.<br>
FYI:
<a href=“Higher Education Professionals | College Board”>Higher Education Professionals | College Board;

Are there special requirements for U.S. citizens living abroad?
U.S. citizens currently living abroad who seek admission to a public university in a state where their family has existing ties may be eligible for in-state tuition. If the student and/or student’s family own real property in that state, are registered to vote there, file a resident income tax return, hold a state driver’s license or motor vehicle registration, and can demonstrate prior residence of at least 12 months, he or she may qualify for state residency for tuition purposes. Such cases are determined individually.

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