13-Year-Old Prodigy Graduates with Four Degrees from Fullerton College in just two years

13-Year-Old Prodigy Graduates with Four Degrees from Fullerton College in just two years

13-Year-Old Prodigy Graduates with Four Degrees from Fullerton College in just two years
Jack Rico

Jack Rico, an extraordinary 13-year-old boy, has shattered records by graduating from Fullerton College in California, USA, with an astounding four associate's degrees in just two years. In achieving this remarkable feat, he has officially become the youngest graduate in the university's 107-year history, as reported by CNN.

Jack Rico's academic journey at Fullerton College led him to earn associate degrees in history, human expression, social behavior, and social science, all while maintaining a flawless 4.0 GPA throughout his studies. "I just love learning new stuff, I love knowing more about the world and all the different things we could study," he expressed.

Fullerton College President Greg Schulz noted that, despite the college being home to approximately 21,000 students from diverse backgrounds, Jack consistently stood out as an exceptional talent.

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Jack's mother, Ru Andrade, recognized his extraordinary potential from a very young age. When he was about to turn four, she asked him what he wanted for his birthday. Most kids his age might have requested toys or a trip to Disneyland, but Jack's response was nothing short of extraordinary: he wanted to visit the White House. Amused by his request, Andrade playfully challenged him to memorize all the presidents, promising that if he succeeded, she would take him. To her astonishment, Jack returned a week later having memorized not only the presidents but also the vice presidents. She realized then that her son was exceptionally gifted.

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Prior to attending Fullerton College, Jack was homeschooled, and his official graduation from the college was marred by the COVID-19 pandemic, preventing him from participating in the traditional ceremony.

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Jack's remarkable achievements have earned him a full-ride scholarship to continue his studies in history at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, in the United States. Despite his numerous accomplishments, Jack remains humble, acknowledging that he's still a 13-year-old who is in the process of exploring his interests and determining his future path. "I'm 13 right now, so I don't really have the whole life thing figured out. I'm still trying to explore my interests and learn what I want to do in life," he stated.