NEW YORK — Barron Trump, the youngest son of former President Donald Trump, has officially begun studying at New York University’s Stern School of Business, choosing a different academic path than his older siblings, who all attended the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School. While his choice of school differs, his focus on business mirrors his father’s long-standing passion for entrepreneurship and finance.
Trump Praises His Son’s Decision
Speaking about his son’s college plans, Donald Trump expressed full support. “It’s a very high-quality place. He liked it. We liked the school,” he said, noting that while Wharton was considered, Stern “just felt right.” He added, “I went to Wharton, and that was certainly one we looked at. But we went for Stern. He’s a very high-aptitude child — but he’s no longer a child.”
A Private Student Life
At 18, Barron Trump has continued to maintain a notably private lifestyle despite his high-profile family background. Fellow students describe him as polite, reserved, and humble, often blending in easily on campus. A viral TikTok video highlighted his understated style, pointing out that he carries a modest $88 black backpack, a symbol of simplicity that fans said made him seem “approachable and grounded.”
Studying Abroad and Out of the Spotlight
According to People magazine, Barron has completed his first year at NYU but has not been seen on the university’s main Manhattan campus this fall. School officials confirmed he may be attending one of NYU’s global academic sites, which include campuses in London, Paris, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai, though his exact location remains undisclosed for privacy and security reasons.
Forging His Own Path
Though he follows the family’s business tradition, Barron Trump’s decision to attend NYU signals his intent to forge an independent path — one that combines his father’s entrepreneurial influence with his own quiet confidence. For now, he continues to study privately, away from the public eye, preparing for what may one day become a public role of his own.
