Yes I would pay in-state fees as far as i can confirm my residency status in Florida with the university i am applying to. This of course has to be done before the semester starts. Part of that requirement is to show lease of one year (showing you were resident in Florida for at least 1 year), and also employment verification of one year in Florida. So in your case you should be able to do that in NY. If you want to come to FL, for example, you will be paying out of state fees for at least a year. If you want to come south, find some work for about a year and then apply for school to get in-state fees. You are still young .... good luck.
That's right. Actually, my husband was able to change his status right away, so from next semester he'll be able to pay Instate Tuition for his MS.