12 Celebrities Whose University Degrees Even Came as a Shock to Their Fans
People
01/21/2023

There’s a common misconception that celebrities only focus on their job in the limelight. Whether it’s in music or acting, it’s easy to fall under the impression that those are their only interests. However, a few stars have pursued academic courses that have nothing to do with what they’re usually associated with as a profession. And one celeb on this list even graduated with honors.
Eva Longoria has a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and a master’s degree in Chicano studies.

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Nick Cannon has a bachelor’s degree in criminology.

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Connie Britton majored in Asian studies.

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Miranda Cosgrove switched her major 3 times until she settled for psychology.

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Will Ferrell graduated from college with a degree in sports information.

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Reba McEntire has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education.

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Chris Martin graduated with first-class honors in Greek and Latin.

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Lil Wayne majored in psychology after taking online classes.

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Michael Jordan has a bachelor’s degree in geography.

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Brad Pitt majored in journalism with a focus on advertising.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger has a bachelor’s degree in business administration and marketing.

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Do you know of any other celebrities with a surprising educational background? Which of the people here has the most interesting degree?
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