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17-Year-Old Genius Dorothy Jean Tillman II Makes History as Youngest Person to Earn Doctorate From Arizona State University

Also known as “Dorothy Jeanius,” Tillman started college courses at age 10.

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A Chicago-area teen genius just made history.

Dorothy Jean Tillman II, also known as “Dorothy Jeanius,” officially earned her doctorate in integrated behavioral health from Arizona State University at age 17, becoming the youngest person in the university’s history to do so, the Associated Press reports . She attended the commencement ceremony earlier this month.

Tillman told Good Morning America that she had been homeschooled during her early childhood before entering college when she was merely 10 years old. 

Per the AP, Tillman earned her bachelor’s degree in humanities from Excelsior College in New York in 2018.

GMA says Tillman earned a Master of Science degree in 2020 from the Unity College of Maine before being accepted into the Doctorate of Behavioral Health Management program at ASU the following year, at age 15.

"People in my life like my grandmother [Dorothy Tillman], who was part of the Civil Rights movement, she of course harped on the importance of education and consistently learning something always," Tillman told GMA . "But the way I always held education so high on my own, aside from being raised that way, was finding different things to be educated about."

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"I feel like that urge to learn something new just never didn't exist for me," she added.

"She really led change and worked on different forms of management to really reduce healthcare stigma and improve that student population there to be able to enter and accept student health services," Dr. Lesley Manson, a clinical associate professor at the university, told GMA . "It was wonderful to see her and help her navigate some of those personal and professional interactions and grow through those experiences."

"It's a wonderful celebration...but this is still something so rare and unique," Dr. Manson added. "She has innovative ideas and motivation, which is wonderful, and truly, I think what is inspiring is that she embodies that meaning of being a true leader."

Despite missing out on typical experiences like homecoming dances, spirit weeks, and other school functions, Tillman told the Associated Press that she found time for dance and choreography and founded the Dorothyjeanius STEAM Leadership Institute , aimed at helping youth in arts and STEM subjects.

As for her next steps, Tillman told GMA she is "just like any other teenager, still figuring out what my specific dreams and goals are."

"I'm really just grateful that the world is my oyster, and that I've done so much so young," she added. "And I have time to kind of think that through."

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She Just Earned Her Doctorate at 17. Now, She’ll Go to the Prom.

Dorothy Jean Tillman II of Chicago made history as the youngest person to earn a doctoral degree in integrated behavioral health at Arizona State University.

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When Dorothy Jean Tillman II successfully defended her dissertation in November 2023 to earn her doctoral degree from Arizona State University, she couldn’t wait to share the news with her best friend.

“It was a surreal moment,” Dr. Tillman said, “because it was crazy I was doing it in the first place.”

Dr. Tillman, at only 17, became the youngest person to earn a doctoral degree in integrated behavioral health from Arizona State’s College of Health Solutions, all before she was eligible to vote. Earlier this month, Dr. Tillman, now 18, took part in Arizona State’s commencement ceremony and delivered remarks as the outstanding 2024 graduate at the College of Health Solution’s convocation.

Lesley Manson, program director for the doctorate of behavioral health at Arizona State and Dr. Tillman’s doctoral chair, said Dr. Tillman displayed extraordinary perseverance, hard work and dedication for her young age, tackling every challenge head-on.

“She can serve as a real role model,” Ms. Manson said.

Dr. Tillman, called D.J. by her family and friends, was an early bloomer. She grew up in Chicago and was home-schooled from a young age, first in a group setting through online classes, and then by her mother, Jimalita Tillman, a single parent with a background in community theater.

Dr. Tillman was part of a gifted program before transitioning to home-schooling. Jimalita Tillman continued her daughter on an accelerated track: By the time she was 8, she was taking high school classes. While most 9-year-olds were learning math and reading, Dr. Tillman was starting college online.

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A Chicago teen entered college at 10. At 17, she earned a doctorate from Arizona State

Dorothy Jean Tillman II participates in Arizona State University’s commencement, May 6, 2024, in Tempe, Ariz. Tillman, 18, earned her doctoral degree in integrated behavioral health in December at age 17 from the school. Tillman, of Chicago, began taking college courses at age 10. She earned her associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees before she turned 17. (Tillman Family via AP)

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CHICAGO (AP) — Dorothy Jean Tillman II’s participation in Arizona State University’s May 6 commencement was the latest step on a higher-education journey the Chicago teen started when she took her first college course at age 10.

In between came associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

When Tillman successfully defended her dissertation in December, she became the youngest person — at age 17 — to earn a doctoral degree in integrated behavioral health at Arizona State, associate professor Leslie Manson told ABC’s “Good Morning America” for a story Monday.

“It’s a wonderful celebration, and we hope ... that Dorothy Jean inspires more students,” Manson said. “But this is still something so rare and unique.”

Tillman, called “Dorothy Jeanius” by family and friends, is the granddaughter of former Chicago Alderwoman Dorothy Tillman.

When most students are just learning to navigate middle school, her mother enrolled Tillman in classes through the College of Lake County in northern Illinois, where she majored in psychology and completed her associate’s degree in 2016, according to her biography.

Tillman earned a bachelor’s in humanities from New York’s Excelsior College in 2018. About two years later, she earned her master’s of science from Unity College in Maine before being accepted in 2021 into Arizona State’s Behavioral Health Management Program.

Most of her classwork was done remotely and online. Tillman did attend her Arizona State commencement in person and addressed the graduating class during the ceremony.

Tillman told The Associated Press on Tuesday that she credits her grandmother and trusting in her mother’s guidance for her educational pursuits and successes.

“Everything that we were doing didn’t seem abnormal to me or out of the ordinary until it started getting all of the attention,” said Tillman, now 18.

There have been sacrifices, though.

“I didn’t have the everyday school things like homecoming dances or spirit weeks or just school pictures and things like that ... that kind of create unity with my peers,” she said.

She has found time to dance and do choreography. Tillman also is founder and chief executive of the Dorothyjeanius STEAM Leadership Institute. The program includes summer camps designed to help young people in the arts and STEM subjects.

She said her plans include public speaking engagements and fundraising for the camp, which Tillman said she hopes to franchise one day.

Tillman is motivated and has innovative ideas, said Manson, adding, “And truly, I think what is inspiring is that she embodies that meaning of being a true leader.”

Jimalita Tillman said she is most impressed with her daughter’s ability to show herself and her successes with grace, but to also understand when to “put her foot down” when choosing between social outings and her education.

Associated Press researcher Jennifer Farrar in New York contributed to this report.

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Chicago teen who started college at 10 earns doctorate degree at 17

Dorothy Jean Tillman II’s participation in Arizona State University’s May 6 commencement was the latest step on a higher-education journey the Chicago teen started when she took her first college course at age 10.

In between came associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

When Tillman successfully defended her dissertation in December, she became the youngest person — at age 17 — to earn a doctoral degree in integrated behavioral health at Arizona State,  associate professor Leslie Manson told ABC’s “Good Morning America”  for a story Monday.

“It’s a wonderful celebration, and we hope ... that Dorothy Jean inspires more students,” Manson said. “But this is still something so rare and unique.”

Tillman, called “Dorothy Jeanius” by family and friends, is the granddaughter of former Chicago Alderwoman Dorothy Tillman.

When most students are just learning to navigate middle school, her mother enrolled Tillman in classes through the College of Lake County in northern Illinois, where she majored in psychology and completed her associate’s degree in 2016, according to her biography.

Tillman earned a bachelor’s in humanities from New York’s Excelsior College in 2018. About two years later, she earned her master’s of science from Unity College in Maine before being accepted in 2021 into Arizona State’s Behavioral Health Management Program.

Most of her classwork was done remotely and online. Tillman did attend her  Arizona State commencement  in person and addressed the graduating class during the ceremony.

Tillman told The Associated Press on Tuesday that she credits her grandmother and trusting in her mother’s guidance for her educational pursuits and successes.

“Everything that we were doing didn’t seem abnormal to me or out of the ordinary until it started getting all of the attention,” said Tillman, now 18.

There have been sacrifices, though.

“I didn’t have the everyday school things like homecoming dances or spirit weeks or just school pictures and things like that ... that kind of create unity with my peers,” she said.

She has found time to dance and do choreography. Tillman also is founder and chief executive of the Dorothyjeanius STEAM Leadership Institute. The program includes summer camps designed to help young people in the arts and STEM subjects.

She said her plans include public speaking engagements and fundraising for the camp, which Tillman said she hopes to franchise one day.

Tillman is motivated and has innovative ideas, said Manson, adding, “And truly, I think what is inspiring is that she embodies that meaning of being a true leader.”

Jimalita Tillman said she is most impressed with her daughter’s ability to show herself and her successes with grace, but to also understand when to “put her foot down” when choosing between social outings and her education.

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Youngest Ph.D. Holders In History: Every academic guru’s goal in life is to be one of history’s top-ranked Ph.D. holders among those under the age of thirty.

Most graduates who are thinking about pursuing a postgraduate degree are undecided. This can be the consequence of additional years of education, in-depth research, and the time required to become an expert in their subject.

When it comes to choosing the correct field of study, though, it may be a challenging but rewarding process.

To help you stay motivated, we’ve produced a list of some of the most impressive Ph.D. recipients in history, all under the age of 30.

Table of Contents

Who is a Ph.D Holder?

Ph.D. is the abbreviation of Doctor of Philosophy. To teach at the university level in most countries or to have an advanced position within one’s field of study, one must hold an advanced academic or professional degree such as this.

‘Philosophy’ is derived from the Greek term Philosophia, which means ‘”love of wisdom” in English. One who has obtained a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of contemporary society was considered to be a person with a college degree.

The Doctor of Philosophy degree still demands a love of intelligence, but it is now reserved for those who have pursued knowledge in a much more specialized discipline.

Who are the Top 10 Youngest Ph.D. Holders In History?

• Balamurali Ambati at Age 17
• Kim Ung-Yong at Age 15
• Karl Witte at Age 13
• Akshay Venkatesh at age 20
• Erik Demaine at Age 20
• Charles Homer Haskins at Age 19
• Juliet Beni at Age 19
• Sho Yano at Age 18
• Norbert Wiener at Age 17
• Ruth Lawrence at Age 17

Balamurali Ambati – Earned Ph.D. at Age 17:

Balamurali Ambati is an Indian-born, US-based ophthalmologist. According to his parents, he was already able to do calculus at the age of four, a feat that most teenagers find challenging. At the age of 11, he co-authored a research paper on the topic of AIDS.

At the age of 13, he graduated from New York University and then went on to Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York.

In 1995, he graduated at the age of 17 and became the youngest doctor in the world, according to the Guinness Book of Records.

Balamural went on to complete much of the medical training he needed later in life. Until now, he has been the youngest practicing doctor in the world at the age of 24.

A number of people can benefit from his knowledge and skills today because of it. He is involved in research projects and performs sophisticated surgeries and medical treatments around the world and abroad.

With all these, he became one of the top 10 youngest Ph.D. Holders in history and in the world.

Kim Ung-Yong – Earned Ph.D. at Age 15:

Kim Ung Yong is a South Korean child prodigy who once held the Guinness Book of World Records title for the highest IQ ever achieved, with a tally of 210 points.

The Korean alphabet and 1,000 Chinese characters were reported to have been second nature to him at that age. He authored a best-selling book at the age of 3 and was already adept at solving calculus-based issues.

He was accepted into Grant High School, Los Angeles, when he was just 5 years old after impressing the school’s administration.

Aside from that, he was featured on Fuji TV in Japan and demonstrated his expertise in solving differential equations.

For his master’s degree and NASA job, he was just 8 years old. He attended the University of Colorado in Boulder to study nuclear physics. One of the youngest Ph.D. holders in history, he was just 15.

This success didn’t always bring happiness to young Ung-Young, however. Therefore, he cautions that academic excellence does not equate to success and achievement.

As  youngest person to get a Ph.D. in South Korea, he’s currently a professor at Chungbuk National University, where he can assist others realize their full potential.

Karl Witte – Earned Ph.D. at Age 13:

Karl Witte, the youngest-ever Ph.D. recipient, was born in 1800 and died in 1883, making him the record holder. He was a kid model for his father’s book, “The Training of the Child.”

It was at the age of 9 when Witte was able to communicate in several different languages.

Karl was a Ph.D. student at the University of Giessen in Germany when he was just 13 years old. Because of this, he holds the record for the world’s youngest Ph.D. holder, one that has yet to be broken.

For his studies in Italy in 1818, it is believed that he went there and became a lawyer. A love for reading led him to become an expert on Dante, an Italian poet.

Karl Witte is one of the youngest Ph.D. holders in history.

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Ruth Lawrence – Earned Ph.D. at Age 17:

Mathematical genius Ruth Lawrence, a native of England, earned an O’level and an A in pure mathematics at the tender age of 9. She is one of the youngest Ph.D. holders in the world.

In 1985, at the age of 13, she became the youngest British individual to get a first-class degree and graduate from Oxford University in modern times. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics the following year.

She earned her PhD in mathematics from Oxford University when she was 17, and went on to become a junior fellow at Harvard University when she was 19. She later rose to the rank of associate professor at the University of Michigan.

While in Israel, Ruth accepted a position as an associate professor of mathematics at the Einstein Institute for Mathematical Research at the Hebrew University.

Algebraic Topology and Knot theory are two areas in which she has made significant contributions.

Akshay Venkatesh – Earned Ph.D. at age 20:

Akshay Venkatesh, an Australian of Indian origin, was born magnificent. At the age of 11, he competed in the 24th International Physics Olympiad in Williamsburg, Virginia, and won a bronze medal.

A year after his Physics Olympiad success, he moved to mathematics and won two more medals. He finished his secondary studies at 13.

Akshay then enrolled in the University of Western Australia, where he graduated three years later, at the age of 16, with First Class Honours in Pure Mathematics.

This year’s finest graduate from the Faculties of Science, Engineering, Dentistry, and Medicine, J.A. Woods Memorial Prize.

His thirst for knowledge led him to Princeton University, where he received his Ph.D. in 2002, at the age of 20. This makes him one of the world’s youngest Ph.D.

After obtaining his Ph.D. at MIT in 2002, he became a Clay Research Fellow. He is currently a professor at Stanford University. He is a respected mathematician who has contributed to various fields of mathematics.

Charles Homer Haskins – Earned Ph.D. at Age 19:

Charles Homer Haskins is the Johns Hopkins University’s youngest-ever PhD recipient. As a child, he was a prodigy, speaking Latin and Greek with ease.

While attending Johns Hopkins University, he received his degree at the age of just 16. A few years after that, at just 19 years of age, he graduated from the same university with a PhD in physics.

At Johns Hopkins University, he was hired as a professor in 1890 before moving to Wisconsin University to teach. A graduate studies program that he created at Harvard is still being used today.

The Renaissance of the Twelfth Century, which he wrote in 1927, is widely regarded as the first medieval history book written in the United States.

Haskins may not have been enough of a professor without a smattering of politics thrown in. As a member of President Woodrow Wilson’s World War I-era committee on territorial issues, he was instrumental in helping to find solutions.

Haskins was also a member of the United States delegation to the Paris Peace Conference in 1919, which was held in the city. With his solution to the German issue in mind, he presented it to the conference and it was adopted.

Juliet Beni – Earned Ph.D. at Age 19:

Juliet Beni was a senior in high school when she was just 15 years old. She earned her doctorate in psychology from the University of California, Riverside in 2012. She also graduated as the University of California’s youngest ever Ph.D. holder.

A doctor is her longtime ambition, thus she’s enrolled in the University of California, Irvine, in the Haider program in Biomedical Science to pursue that objective.

She plans to attend the University of California, Los Angeles, to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. Juliet Beni is one of the youngest Ph.D. holders in world/history.

Sho Yano – Earned Ph.D. at Age 18:

In terms of IQ, Sho Timothy Yano was considered something of a genius at the age of eight. His ability to read and write at the age of two, play the piano at the age of 4, and compose music at the age of five were all attributed to him.

When he was 8, he took the SAT , which was considered a stress test, and scored 1500 out of 1600. Upon completing his ninth grade year at the American School of Correspondence, he enrolled at Loyola University Chicago, where he received his bachelor’s degree at the age of twelve.

At the age of 18, Yano became the youngest Ph.D. holder in Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology from the University of Chicago.

Norbert Wiener – Earned Ph.D. at Age 17:

Norbert Wiener, a Columbian-born German great artist, was another. Math was Norbert’s father’s primary subject of instruction when he was a child.

Ayer High School and Tufts College were both his high schools of choice when he was 11 years old (now called Tufts University). After graduating from high school at the age of 14 in 1909, he received a bachelor’s degree in mathematics.

Norbert didn’t go on to get his master’s or doctorate right away in his chosen field of study. Before returning to mathematics, he studied biology and philosophy. In 1912, at the age of 17, he received his Ph.D. from Havard University, making him the university’s youngest ever Ph.D. holder.

A lifelong learner and adventurer, he spent time working as a journalist and contributing to the development of anti-aircraft artillery during WWII.

Finally, he was the father of cybernetics and made groundbreaking work that helped shape the field we know today.

How old are most PhD students?

Applicants to PhD programs in OECD countries average 29 years old, with 60% of those applying being between the ages of 26 and 37. Around 25% of doctoral students in OECD countries are from outside the country.

Is 27 too old for PhD?

There is no upper age limit for PhD students. However, most people begin at an early age.

Be aware that as competition for PhDs rises, so does the average age of those seeking them. With a little bit of practice and dedication, you should be good to go.

Who is the youngest graduate in the world?

On the list of the world’s ten youngest professors, Michael Kearney ranks #1.

In 1994, at the age of ten, Michael Kearney graduated from the University of South Alabama with a degree in anthropology.

Laurent, who graduated from high school at the age of eight after just one year and a half of study, became the youngest person ever to do so.

Up until this point, despite being diagnosed with attention deficit disorder (ADD), he managed to outperform every expectation, and amazed the world with his exceptional talents and intellect.

At the age of ten, he graduated from college, setting a record for the youngest college grad in the world that has not yet been broken.

Read more: How long does it take to get a Doctorate Degree?

Frequently Asked Questions about the Youngest Ph.D. Holders In History:

Can you finish Ph.D. in 3 years?

A PhD can be completed in three years, yes. These things can definitely happen, but only if you’ve got the support and persistence of a large group plus a lot of luck.

A typical PhD student will spend anything from four to eight years completing their degree.

What can you do with a PhD in history?

• Grant writer.
• Public affairs specialist.
• Research fellow.

At what age did Charles Homer Haskins earn his PhD?

He earned it at the age of 19, at Johns Hopkins University.

Conclusion:

Most graduates who consider pursuing a post-graduate degree often second-guess themselves. This can be due to extra years of schooling, research, and time spent becoming a specialist in their specialty.

Choosing the correct field of study can be a difficult, yet ultimately rewarding process.

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19-year-old student to receive ph.d. after starting community college at age 7.

Tanishq Mathew Abraham was first admitted to the university at 12 years old to pursue his undergraduate degree, reports NBC News. Now, after a successful defense of his dissertation last month, he is set to receive his Ph.D. credentials on June 15.

“Very excited to share the news that I successfully defended my PhD research today!” the Sacramento native tweeted in May. “I am now Dr. Tanishq Mathew Abraham (at 19 years old)!!”

“Wouldn’t have done it without the love and support of my family,” he continued . “Mom, who gave up her PhD to homeschool us. Dad, who juggled hectic days of work for me to achieve my dreams. Sis, who made the stressful days less stressful with her jokes. 90-yr-old grandma w/ PhD who inspired me

Abraham’s focus has been on the use of deep learning AI in microscopy techniques for digital pathology, which he researched at the UC Davis Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, according to his website.

He previously received his bachelor’s of science at the UC Davis College of Engineering when he was 14 years old , after starting community college classes at 7 and graduating high school at 10.

The university congratulated the young grad, posting a picture of Abraham ringing the bell , a tradition for students at UC Davis who complete their Ph.D. programs.

At just 4 years old, Abraham joined MENSA , a high-IQ society which requires members to qualify in the upper 2% on an approved intelligence test.

Abraham now joins a historic list of the youngest people ever to earn a doctorate degree.

According to Guinness World Records, the youngest-ever Ph.D. recipient was a German 13-year-old named Karl Witte, who received his degree in 1814.

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Nineteen-Year-Old Prodigy Becomes One Of The Youngest PhDs in the World

Nineteen-year-old prodigy, Tanishq Mathew Abraham , has achieved an extraordinary feat by becoming one of the youngest individuals in the world to earn a PhD. The University of California at Davis is set to confer this prestigious honor upon him next week, marking a remarkable milestone in his already exciting journey.

Tanishq’s educational trajectory has been nothing short of awe-inspiring — he embarked on college courses at the tender age of seven while still in high school; At just ten years old, he completed high school and went on to graduate with an undergraduate degree from UC Davis at the remarkable age of fourteen.

His goal: To transform medicine using AI

Born and raised in an Indian American immigrant family, Tanishq has set his sights on revolutionizing the field of medicine through artificial intelligence. Recognizing the ongoing AI revolution, he aspires to be at the forefront of advancements in this domain. Speaking to the Sacramento Bee , he shared his passion for contributing to the transformative impact of AI in medicine.

You can now call Tanishq Mathew Abraham (19) a doctor. (Image: Tanishq.ai )

Those who know Tanishq have unwavering confidence in his ability to achieve greatness. Jean-Pierre Delplanque, the vice provost and dean of graduate studies at UC Davis , expressed his admiration for Tanishq’s exceptional accomplishments at such a young age. Delplanque firmly believes that Tanishq will continue to make significant contributions to society, leaving an indelible mark on the world.

During his upcoming commencement, Tanishq will have the honor of ringing the bell at UC Davis, a cherished tradition reserved for successful PhD candidates who have fulfilled all requirements.

Adding to the celebration, his sister, a second-year graduate music student at Indiana University, will serenade the audience with the national anthem, while his 90-year-old Indian American grandmother, who earned her PhD in the 1960s as a veterinarian, will be present to witness this momentous occasion.

Tanishq founded the Medical AI Research Center earlier this year. (Image: MedARC )

Founder of the Medical AI Research Center

Not content with his astounding achievements thus far, Tanishq founded the Medical AI Research Center earlier this year in collaboration with experts from Stanford and Princeton.

The center has already published a groundbreaking paper on MindEye, a technology that generates images from brain activity.

Tanishq’s story serves as an inspiration to all, showcasing the boundless potential of human intellect and determination. As he embarks on the next chapter of his journey, his impact on the world is eagerly anticipated, and his unwavering dedication to pushing the boundaries of knowledge and innovation is a testament to his remarkable character.

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THE 10 YOUNGEST PhD HOLDERS

How old were you/ will you be when you get your Doctoral degree? For most people, it is well into their twenties, thirties and forties going forward. But for some people, as you will see in this list, getting a Doctoral degree was not an uphill task, and they already had their first one by the time they clocked 20. Here are the youngest Doctoral degree holders:

Erik Demaine

An intriguing story is Erik’s who got his Doctoral degree at 20. Erik spent most of his childhood years touring and home-schooling under the watch of his artistic father and mother. The Canadian got his undergraduate degree at the age of 14 and finished his doctoral studies at the age of 20 with a speciality is in theory and algorithms.

Juliet Beni

Juliet completed her doctoral studies in psychology at the age of 19 from the University of California. Before then, Juliet had pursued a bachelors in the same field. She did not stop studying after getting her Doctoral degree, and she later enrolled at the university as she hopes to become a medical doctor one day.

Akshay Venkatesh

At 20, he already had his Doctoral degree, but we are getting ahead of ourselves. Let us start at the beginning when he was a young boy schooling in Australia with outstanding proficiency in Math. So good was he in school that when his counterparts were gearing to start high school, he finished by the age of 13. He joined the University as the youngest student in the history of the school and others in the country and made history by bagging the first-class honour. He started his Doctoral degree in 1998 and completed it two years later. He teaches mathematics at Stanford University.

Yano, who was born in Portland, could play classical music and read at the age of two. By the time Yano was five, he was already coming up with musical creations, and when he sat for his SAT at the age of 8, he scored 1500 out of a possible 1600. Yano was able to attend college at the age of 9, and he joined the university at a later stage. In three years, Yano was graduating as summa cum laude, and he continued his education as the Pritzker School of Medicine in Chicago. Here, he was able to earn his medical degree and doctorate at the same time, and he proceeded to work as a resident. Yano did so well that at 18, he already had his Doctoral degree and was on his way to becoming an MD.

Norbert Wiener

Norbert was a smart child who excelled in Mathematics, and his father stayed home to school him. He was able to graduate from high school at the age of 11 and joined College, where he graduated with a degree in mathematics. Norbert proceeded to Harvard University where he got his doctorate at the age of 17.

Charles Homer Haskins

Haskin was quite an impeccable man who went on to advice President Woodrow Wilson in the middle ages. As a young boy, he developed an interest in Greek and Latin, in which he became proficient before graduating from the John Hopkins University at the age of 16. He travelled to Paris and Berlin for his studies before returning to John Hopkins for his doctoral studies which he completed at the age of 19.

Balamurali Ambati

Ambati could do calculus at the age of 4, and he finished his undergrad by the time he was 11. He had completed his degree in biology by the time he was 13, and at the age of 17, he already had his medical doctorate.

Kim Ung Yong

Kim was a child prodigy who set the world record by having an IQ of 210. He could speak at six months and could do algebra by the time he was eight months. At two years, he could speak four languages and was a guest student at the Hanyang University at 3. He completed his doctorate at the Colorado State University aged 15.

Ruth Lawrence

Ruth grew up in Brighton and was a child prodigy who was excellent in mathematics. Her father quit his work as a computer consultant to home-school her when she was five. By the time Ruth was 9, she had an A-level qualification in mathematics. She proceeded to the University of Oxford and finished her degree in two years before undertaking a doctorate in mathematics which she completed at the age of 17.

Karl was the son of a pastor who encouraged him to read such that he could speak five languages at the age of 9. He got his doctorate at the age of 13 from the University of Giessen. These were quite impressive minds, don’t you agree?

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Meet Elliott Tanner, the 13-year-old who just got his college degree in physics

He is set to start a doctorate next.

A child science prodigy has wowed his professors and classmates by becoming a college graduate at the age of 13. Elliott Tanner recently graduated from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor's degree in physics, with a minor in mathematics . 

"I feel ecstatic," Elliott, a Minnesota resident, told Live Science. "It is a truly surreal experience."

Though incredible, this achievement does not make Elliott the youngest college graduate in U.S. history. That title belongs to Michael Kearney, who graduated from the University of South Alabama with a bachelor's degree in anthropology in 1992 at the age of 10, according to the BBC . 

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Elliott's parents are "incredibly proud" of the hard work and dedication he displayed to get his degree at such a young age and are pleased that he has become an inspiration to lots of people. "While he has an amazing capacity to learn, he's also a kind and funny human being," Michelle Tanner, Elliott's mom, told Live Science. "He inspires us to be better people everyday."

Elliott plans to earn a doctorate if his parents can raise the necessary funds. In the future, Elliott aims to be a professor at the University of Minnesota and become an expert in high-energy theoretical physics, the study of the most elementary building blocks of matter and the fundamental forces between them. "I can't wait to get started," he said. 

Age is just a number 

Elliott's parents first realized their son was gifted before he started school; he displayed remarkable language and math skills from the age 3. When he was 5, Elliott enrolled in his local kindergarten but was quickly taken out of school when it became clear that a traditional education experience would not be a good fit for him. 

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"He was talking about particle accelerators when he was 5 years old, when other kids were pretending to be Superman on the playground," Michelle said.

Elliott was then homeschooled by his parents, who supported his inquisitive nature and appetite for knowledge on their own. The pair tried to limit Elliott to the curriculum of his peers, but despite their best efforts, he advanced at an astonishing rate.

"Elliott ended up learning and consuming information quicker than we could provide it," Tanner said. "His room was filled with textbooks that he would read immediately." He often chose to spend his birthday money on books instead of toys or games, she added.

By age 9, Elliott had already completed most of the normal high school curriculum, and his parents were struggling to keep up with him. So they enrolled him at his local community college. "As parents, we were terrified," Tanner said. "But he excelled, and the school administration and other students took him under their wings."

It was at community college that Elliott really forged his passion for physics. "For a long time, I wanted to be a mathematician," Elliott said. "Then I was exposed to a physics class that really intrigued and inspired me to learn more about the secrets of the world." 

A unique college experience 

When he was 11 years old, Elliott transferred to the University of Minnesota to start studying physics and math. The ease with which Elliott transitioned to college life came as a shock to his professors and his significantly older classmates.

"There is sometimes a short period of confusion as to why I am there [in class], but that wears off quickly," Elliott said. Although his college experience is a little different from that of his classmates, Elliott still hangs out with his peers in the student lounge, discussing homework, debating physics topics or watching movies.

"Being exposed to people that are just as passionate about physics as he is has been incredibly rewarding for him," Tanner said. "It satisfies his mind to be able to dive deep in with others at his level and learn from amazing scientists."

Elliott has also had to deal with the media coverage that comes with being a prodigy. He is often compared to Sheldon Cooper, the main character in "The Big Bang Theory" spinoff "Young Sheldon," and he said he has even become friends with Iain Armitage, the actor that plays Young Sheldon. 

"Young Sheldon has shown some of the hardships I have faced," Elliott said. "And I do appreciate seeing other gifted people on shows."

Still a normal kid 

One of the biggest challenges Elliott and his family have faced is criticism, especially online, from people who do not understand his situation and make snap judgments about what his life must be like. 

"People seem to have a preconceived notion that Elliott's childhood has been stolen from him," Tanner said. "People also assume he must be lacking in social skills." But this couldn't be "further from the truth," she added.

However, Elliott has always enjoyed interacting with kids his own age, Tanner said. He loves playing with other neighborhood children, doing stuff like building cardboard armor, making board games, visiting amusement parks and playing "Dungeons and Dragons." And just like the other kids, Elliott goes trick-or-treating on Halloween, but with a decidedly academic twist: He dresses up as Albert Einstein or theoretical physicist Richard Feynman, his favorite scientist. 

What next? 

Elliott has been accepted into the University of Minnesota's physics doctoral program and is due to start his doctorate in the next academic year. Unfortunately, his acceptance into the program has not come with the financial support students would normally receive. 

Usually, the university provides students with a package that includes a stipend (basic salary), health insurance and a tuition waiver. In this case, however, the physics department opted not to because they have apprehensions about giving Elliott teaching responsibilities, which is a big part of the program. The decision came as a surprise to Elliott's parents, who were relying on the grant to support Elliott's education. They estimate that the entire doctoral program will cost around $90,000 to complete.

"We never imagined sending a 9-year-old to college, let alone a 13-year-old to graduate school, so we never had the time to build up a college fund," Tanner said. The only option left was to start a GoFundMe campaign, she added.

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As of April 28, Elliott's GoFundMe page has raised more than $28,000, which means that he should at least be able to complete the first year. "We are so grateful that our friends, family, community and the general public have supported Elliott," Tanner said. "He wouldn't be able to continue his studies without the support."

Originally published on Live Science.

Harry is a U.K.-based senior staff writer at Live Science. He studied marine biology at the University of Exeter before training to become a journalist. He covers a wide range of topics including space exploration, planetary science, space weather, climate change, animal behavior, evolution and paleontology. His feature on the upcoming solar maximum was shortlisted in the "top scoop" category at the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) Awards for Excellence in 2023. 

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8 of the Youngest People to Become Doctors Ever

Becoming a doctor, or a lawyer for that matter is seen as one of the most well-respected titles a man and woman could hold. And this consensus is true across all corners of the globe. It’s for good reason, seeing as that to become a medical doctor demands a work ethic and dedication to studies that often overwhelms most applicants. It’s a highly competitive field and a selfless profession devoted to helping those around them and saving the lives of the sick, weak, and injured. It’s about as noble as it gets.

Because the schooling regiment is so demanding, our physicians are typically on the older side. Any time you find a young resident in the Emergency Department or even rarer, operating their practice as an Attending Physician, you can’t help but do a double- take. It’s an impressive testament to the power of work ethic and natural intellectual ability married together.

So, today we’re going to take a look at some of the youngest professionals that earned the distinguished title of M.D!

8. Jennifer Chen

Age: 24 Medical School: FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine Type: M.D Specializes: Radiology

Jennifer Chen’s road to achieving her doctorate is as far from conventional and certainly the most unique you’ll find here on this list. That’s because she didn’t even earn her high school or General Education Diploma! That’s not exactly the thing that will instill confidence in who you’ll be having looking at your x-rays! Like most things, what’s on paper never encapsulates the whole story.

Knowing she was smart enough, she skipped the inconvenience of high school and took up medicine at FIU, where she also graduated. The humor of never graduating high school isn’t lost on her, as she likes to joke that she’s a high school dropout. If you’re wondering how she managed, here’s how; she went into the Early Entrance Program of California State University , earning her bachelor’s in biology five years later.

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Dr. Chen chose her path for the same reason many doctors do. She holds strong values of doing the right thing and simply helping people leave her care in better shape than they were when they came to her.

7. Rachel Hill

Age: 21 Medical School: Manchester Medical School Type: M.D Specializes: Pediatrics

Rachel Faye Hill graduated from the University of Manchester as one of Britain’s youngest doctors in the United Kingdom in 2010 at just 21-years-old. It was thanks to her outstanding performance in her academic years leading up to her acceptance into medical school that got her accepted earlier than usual, at 15.

Manchester Medical School is the oldest, largest, and most notable medical school in the U.K. She also worked as an Overseas Patient Officer in the National Health Service of South Wales in Cardiff before her acceptance into medical school. Her go-getter attitude has and will continue to take her to new highs, break new ground, and achieve great things in the world of medicine.

Her mother, a veterinarian, was the inspiration for Rachel Hill to become a doctor . Seeing her mom up close observing her conducting medical procedures is what inspired Rachel to follow in her footsteps.

6. Sho Yano

Age: 21 Medical School: University of Chicago Type: M.D Specializes: Pediatric Neurology

Before Sho Yano graduated from the University of Chicago with his medical degree at only 21-years-old, he achieved another doctorate at 18 in molecular genetics and cell biology. He’s a former child prodigy, scoring 1500 out 1600 on the SAT at eight, earning him the nickname of the “real-life Doogie Howser.”

Genius is nothing new for the Yano family. His sister, Sayuri, completed her Biology degree at 15. The thirst for knowledge can’t be extinguished because soon after, she achieved another bachelor’s in violin.

After time spent working at La Rabida Children’s Hospital, Yano decided to take up his residency in pediatric neurology.

5. Ola Hadaya

Age: 21 Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine Type: M.D Specializes: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Ola Hadaya was 21-years-old when she achieved her doctorate from Wayne State University. She entered the university at only 17. Ola’s first exposure to medicine came from her father, a Syrian physician, who helped nurture her interest in emergency medicine since she was a young child.

Ola started high school when she was 11 and graduated at 15. Like many other child prodigies, the only coursework she found challenging was the extracurricular chemistry homework she was getting from Princeton University.

Ola Hadaya completed her residency program at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

4. Iqbal Al Assaad

Age: 20 Medical School: Cornell University – Qatar Branch Type: M.D Specializes: Pediatric Cardiology

Iqbal Al Assaad completed her medical degree at 20 . With that, it made her one of the youngest in the world. To put it a different way, she was now in charge of patients’ sensitive health information before she could legally have a drink in the United States.

Today, Iqbal is considered one of the most influential Arabic women. Even as a toddler, she learned algebra simply by listening to her father teach it to her older brothers. On top of her pediatric cardiology fellowship completion, she worked on a second fellowship in pediatric electrophysiology since both are closely related.

Iqbal Al Assaad and her family are refugees of Lebanon. Affected by her experiences in childhood, she aspires to build a free health clinic for Palestinians who live in refugee camps.

3. Riana Helmi

Age: 19 Medical School: Gadjah Mada University Type: M.D Specializes: Pediatrics

Riana Helmi became the youngest doctor in Indonesia in 2010 by earning her medical degree at 19. Technically she finished at 17, but Indonesian rules dictated that doctors wouldn’t be officially recognized until she turned 19.

At three, she was able to read and write. After reading the stories of the other doctors on this list, that doesn’t seem out of the ordinary. It’s easy to take for granted but relative to the rest of the world, it’s incredibly rare.

She credits her parents for fueling her drive to pursue an education. She was awarded by MURI as the youngest person to achieve her medical degree at 17.

2. Serennah Harding

Age: 18 Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Type: DO Specializes: Internal/Osteopathic Medicine

Serennah Harding and her family are known as “ The Brainy Bunch. ” It probably has something to do with her being one of the youngest doctors in the U.S. in 2013 and all her siblings attending college at 12.

She’s served as a U.S. Navy lieutenant and began a residency in Internal Medicine at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center .

Harding attended the Suwanee, Georgia campus site belonging to the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine .

1. Balamurali Ambati

Age: 17 Medical School: Mount Sinai School Type: M.D Specializes: Ophthalmology

Balamurali Ambati is the youngest doctor in the world!

How many doctors can say that they’ve made it to the Guinness Book of World Records? Well, Dr. Ambati has one hell of an ice-breaker for new, incoming patients! He entered the famous record book in 1995 as the world’s youngest doctor at just 17-years-old.

At 11, Ambati was already finishing high school and ready for what was next. His family lineage is filled with members who possess a similar insatiable appetite for education and intellectual prowess. His success, as inspiring as it is, becomes a little less jarring when you look to his immediate family. His father was a prominent engineer, while his mother was a capable mathematician.

Mount Sinai School , located in NYC , is a private graduate medical school notorious for its strict, highly selective standards for entrance. That also makes it one of the top medical schools for research in the United States. 

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Top 10 Youngest People to Earn Their Doctorates

Hello again readers of Online-PhD-Programs.org! The school year approaches rapidly for most so we thought we would produce another list that is a tad on the lighter side of things. While it’s still hot outside, we are all thinking of syllabuses, the coming fall and the turning of the leaves, and research, lots of research. The following 10 people we have listed here are 10 of the youngest PhD’s in history. They range from ages 20-13 and some were speaking various languages, reading, and doing math while we were outside playing tag. Their specialties range from medicine to mathematics to literature. Of course, we include our typical information on the universities they attended. However, the ranking is based on their ages when they attained their PhD and not on university rankings.

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10. Akshay Venkatesh – Age 20

Venkatesh is an Australian born mathematician who graduated from secondary school at the age of 13. At the age of 11, he won a bronze medal in the International Physics Olympiad in Virginia. After gaining this achievement, he decided to switch his focus to math and won two more Olympiad metals in the field of Mathematics. He immediately matriculated at the University of Western Australia as the youngest student ever to enter the university. He is the youngest student every to gain first class honors in pure mathematics in 1997.

In 1998, Venkatesh began his PhD at Princeton University. His supervisor was Peter Sarnak and he completed the degree in 2002 at the age of 20. Venkatesh’s research interests are in counting, equidistribution problems in automorphic forms and number theory. Following his PhD, Venkatesh held a post-doctoral position at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Venkatesh went to one of the top universities in the United States for his PhD. Princeton University is ranked #1 among national universities by U.S. News and World Reports and #11 internationally by QS Top Universities. Undergraduate tuition and fees is $43,450 per year. Although an undergraduate degree at Princeton is pricey, it was one of the first institutions in the U.S. to offer a “no loan” policy to needy students, offering grants to them instead. The department of mathematics is ranked #1 in the nation, tied with Massachusetts Institution of Technology, by U.S. News and World Report. Further, U.S. News ranks Princeton’s work in number Theory at #2, which is one of Venkatesh’s specialties. The student body is made up of 66% undergraduates and 34% graduate students with 65% of the post graduates and 35% of the undergrads being international students.

At the ripe age of 20 in 2002, Venkatesh already had a storied academic career. Since 2008, Venkatesh has been a professor of mathematics at Stanford University.

9. Erik Demaine – Age 20

Demaine was a child prodigy who spent much of his younger years travelling around North America and being homeschooled by his artist father Martin L. Demaine and his mother Judy Anderson. He is Canadian born and hails from Halifax, Nova Scotia. When he turned 14, he completed his undergraduate degree at Dalhousie University in Canada. By the time he was 20 years old, he had finished his PhD at the University of Waterloo in 2001. He was awarded the NSERC Doctoral Prize for his dissertation along with the Canadian General’s Gold medal from his university. His specialties are in the areas of Theory and Algorithms. His dissertation was a seminal work in the area of computational origami entitled Folding and Unfolding .

While the University of Waterloo is ranked #152 worldwide by QS Top University Rankings, its Computer Science department is ranked at #26 worldwide. Waterloo is a central hub of technology in Canada and is an apt place for a young Canadian genius to study Computers and Mathematics in the country. The university offers 190 doctoral and master’s degrees including in the fields of languages, mechanical engineering, pharmacy, mathematics, economics, civil engineering, and nanotechnology. Undergraduates make up 86% of the student population while 14% of the student population is graduate students. 28% of the graduate student population are international students.

In 2001, Demaine became the Massachusetts Institute and Technology’s youngest professor ever at the age of 20. Not only had he worked on computational origami, but he has also decoded an ancient Incan language and has worked on protein folding which interacts with the field of biology.

8. Charles Homer Haskins – Age 19

Haskins was an advisor to President Woodrow Wilson and was a historian of the middle ages. As a child, he became fluent in Latin and Greek. At the age of 16, Haskins graduated from Johns Hopkins University. He then studied in Paris and Berlin before returning to earn his PhD at Johns Hopkins University and finished at the age of 19 in 1890.

Johns Hopkins University has been ranked by Online PhD Programs at #1 for their online Doctor of Education degree. U.S. News and World Report ranks Johns Hopkins at #1 for being the best school in the field of education. U.S. News ranks Johns Hopkins at #10 overall among national universities while QS Top Universities ranks Johns Hopkins at #16 worldwide. The majority of students, 63%, are postgraduates making Johns Hopkins a hub of research and innovation. Of those 63% of postgraduates, 82% of them are international students making the student population among graduate students quite diverse. Haskins, of course, arrived at the university not long after it was founded in 1876, and, since then, the university has transformed itself into a powerhouse in the sciences and medicine.

In the same year he graduated with his PhD, Haskins taught at University of Wisconsin and in 1902 was appointed professor of history in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Harvard. During his tenure at Harvard, he established what would become the standard for training graduate students in the field at Harvard. He was the first medieval historian in the U.S and his work concentrated on Norman institutions and the transmission of Greco-Arabic learning to the western world. He was only one of three advisors that President Wilson brought to the Paris Peace Conference of 1919 where the Treaty of Versailles was created.

7. Juliet Beni – Age 19

At age 19, Beni completed her PhD in Psychology from University of California, Riverside. She is the daughter of UC Riverside engineering professors Susan Hackwood and Gerardo Beni. When Beni was 15 years old, she graduated with her Bachelors in Psychology. As a child, she and her sister went to Montessori preschool and then were homeschooled by both parents. Community college courses provided for Beni’s move into a four-year degree plan. During her time as a PhD student at UC Riverside, Beni was an instructor in Psychology for large health Psychology classes.

University of California, Riverside is part of the large network of world renowned states schools in the California University system. Founded in 1954, UC Riverside is ranked by U.S. News and World Report at #121 among national universities and #58 among top public schools. QS Top Universities ranks UC Riverside at #265 among universities worldwide. Like many of the universities in the University of California system, Riverside serves primarily undergraduates with the population of undergraduate students making up 88% of the school. Further, the student body at UCR is the most diverse body of students in the University of California system. Time magazine has ranked UC Riverside as one of the top universities to have success with low income students in the nation.

While Beni has completed her Phd in Psychology, She is currently a student in University of California, Irvine’s Haider program in Biomedical Science and hopes eventually to pursue her Medical Doctorate at UCLA. Her lifelong goal is to be a medical doctor. She is the youngest student to ever graduate with a PhD in the history of University of California, Irvine.

6. Sho Yano – Age 18

Yano is the son of Katsura Yano from Japan and Kyung Yano from South Korea. He was born in Portland, Oregon and is currently a physician. He was a child prodigy and was apparently reading at the age of two, playing classical music at the age of three, and composing music at the age of five. At the age of eight, he scored 1500 on the SAT, which, at the time, had a total score of 1600.

Yano entered college at the age of 9. He attended Loyola University, Chicago and graduated summa cum laude in three years. When he was 12 years old, he entered University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Medicine. In this program, students earn both a doctorate and a medical degree simultaneously. He did his residency in the area of pediatric neurology. His PhD is in molecular genetics and cell biology, which was completed after his first year of medical school in the program. By the time he was 18, he was in his second year of medical school and was interacting with patients as a PhD on his way to becoming an MD.

University of Chicago sits in good company with Columbia University and Stanford University since all three are tied at #4 in the U.S. New and World Report Rankings for best school in the nation. QS Top Universities ranks University of Chicago at an impressive #10 in the world. The university is clearly built for research with a majority, 59%, of its student population doing post-graduate work. U.S. News ranks University of Chicago’s medical research at #11 in the nation, tied with New York University and University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, #14 in Biological Sciences, and #12 in Chemistry.

Yano is currently continuing his pediatric neurology residency at the University of Chicago.

5. Norbert Wiener – Age 17

Wiener was a child prodigy that excelled in the area of Mathematics. He was homeschooled by his father Leo Wiener for most of his of pre-college education. At the age of 11, he graduated from Ayer High School and entered Tufts College. In 1909, Wiener graduated with his degree in Mathematics from Tufts.

In 1909, Wiener went to Harvard University to begin graduate work in the field of Zoology. Apparently, his experience at Harvard in the Zoology department did not go well so he transferred to the department of Philosophy. However, in 1910, he won a scholarship to Cornell University and transferred, studying both philosophy and mathematics at the graduate level. He ended up having a difficult time at Cornell and he returned to Harvard to continue his studies in Philosophy. While at Harvard, he went abroad and studied in Göttingen and Cambridge in the field of Mathematics. In 1912, at the age of 17, Wiener earned his doctorate in mathematics at Harvard University writing on mathematical logic.

After the completion of his doctorate, he worked as a professor at Harvard in Philosophy, worked for General Electric Company, wrote for Encyclopedia Americana in Albany, and eventually worked for the war effort on ballistics at the Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland. After WWI was over, he became a professor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Harvard University, where Wiener obtained his doctorate, is ranked by U.S. News and World Report at #2 in the nation. Of course, Harvard is a global powerhouse in academics. QS Top Universities ranks Harvard University at #2 globally. Harvard is also the oldest institution of higher learning in the U.S. and was founded 140 years before the Declaration of Independence was signed. By the time Wiener showed up at Harvard, the institution was almost 300 years old. 68% of the student body are postgraduate students making the institution research centered.

4. Ruth Lawrence – Age 17

Lawrence grew up in Brighton, England and was a child prodigy, excelling in the field of Mathematics. When Lawrence turned 5, her father quit working as a computer consultant and homeschooled her. At the age of 9, Lawrence gained an O-level in mathematics (O-levels were a general certificate of education in a subject in the British system) which set the record at the time. She also gained an A-level in mathematics (A-levels were advanced general certificates of education in a subject in the British system) at the age of 9.

In 1981, Lawrence passed the University of Oxford entrance exam in mathematics, placing first among 530 students taking the exam, and she joined St. Hugh’s College in 1983 at the age of 12. She completed her degree in two years and graduated at the age of 13. She became the youngest person in Britain to gain a first class education and the youngest graduate of Oxford in modern times. After her first undergraduate degree, she purposed a second one in physics and finished in 1986. She completed her DPhil in mathematics at Oxford in 1989. Lawrence was 17 years old. Her thesis was entitled Homology Representations of Braid Groups .

The University of Oxford is another world renowned university represented in our list. At Online PhD Programs, we have ranked Oxford at #1 in our Top 10 International Distance Doctoral Programs. QS Top Universities ranks University of Oxford at #6 globally with the university being the #1 university in the world in the Arts and Humanities. It is the oldest university in the English speaking world. The university is made up of 39 self-governing colleges in a federal type system. There is no clear date of the foundation of the university but it appears that teaching was taking place at Oxford around 1096 and the organization of the university developed rapidly from 1167.

Lawrence has taught s both Harvard University and University of Michigan. She is currently teaching at the Einstein Institute of Mathematics at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem.

3. Balamurali Ambati – Age 17

As we move closer to our number 1 in the list, the feats of intellect begin to get more impressive and Ambati doesn’t disappoint. When Ambati was 4 years old, he was already doing calculus. Later, he attended Baltimore City College and graduated with his undergraduate degree at the age of 11. Also, when he was 11, he co-authored a research monograph on AIDS. His undergraduate work at New York University prepared him for his future profession. He completed a degree in Biology at the age of 13 in 1991. He went on to do work in medical training at SUNY – Buffalo and then received his Medical Doctorate from Mt. Sinai School of Medicine at the age of 17. He is the youngest medical doctor ever and is entered in the Guinness Book of World Records as such.

Ambati then went on to do residencies and internships at North Shore University Hospital, Beth Israel Medical Center, and Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He then proceeded in a fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at Duke University Eye Center in 2002. He then received a PhD from the Medical College of Georgia. In 2008, he joined the faculty at the Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.

Since Ambait received his first doctorate from Mt. Sinai School of Medicine, we will look more closely at that institution rather than others here. U.S. News and World Report ranks Mt. Sinai at #21 among Medical Schools in the nation for research. Further, U.S. News ranks Mt. Sinai at #25 for best Medical Schools with a concentration in Primary Care. In terms of specialty programs, U.S. News ranks Mt. Sinai at #3 in Geriatrics. In terms of globally, U.S. News ranks Mt. Sinai at #159. QS Top Universities ranks Mt. Sinai’s Life Sciences and Medicine division at #163 globally.

2. Kim Ung-Yong – Age 15

Born in March of 1962, Ung-Yong was a child prodigy and is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records has having the highest IQ at 210. He was speaking at the age of 6 months and he understood algebra at the age of 8 months. By the time he was 2 years old, he was fluent in Japanese, Korean, German, and English. By the time he was three, he had mastered a number of other languages. In 1967, he appeared on Fuju TV in Japan and solved differential equations on live TV. Also during the show, he wrote poetry in English, Mandarin, Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Japanese, and Korean.

Ung-Yong was a guest student at Hanyang University in the subject of physics from the age of 3 to the age of 6. When he was 7, NASA invited him to come to the U.S. from South Korea. He eventually ended up at Colorado State University as a PhD student and finished his doctorate at the age of 15. In 1974, NASA hired him as a researcher and he did this for about four years. However, he felt he had spread himself too thin and decided to return to Korea in 1978 where he pursued a career in civil engineering. He eventually received his second doctorate in civil engineering in Korea.

In terms of Colorado State University, where Ung-Yong received his first doctorate, our very own site has ranked a few of the online PhD programs there in our Top 10 Online Doctoral Programs in Leadership 2016 at #1 and our Top 9 Online Doctoral Programs in Engineering 2016 at #7. U.S. News and World Report ranks Colorado State University at #127 nationally and #236 globally.

Ung-Yong served as adjunct faculty at Chungbuk National University and, in 2014, became an associate professor in Shinhan University.

1. Karl Witte – Age 13

Witte was born in July of 1800 and was the son of a pastor named Karl Heinrich Goffried Witte. His father encouraged a rigorous learning environment and program. By the time Witte was nine years old he could speak German, French, Italian, Latin, and Greek. When he was still very young, he attended the University of Giessen in German and graduated with his doctorate at the age of 13. He still holds the Guinness Book of World Records’ record for youngest doctorate and this distinction still stands.

Witte’s father wrote a book about his program of education called The Education of Karl Witte: Or, The Training of a Child . This book was highly criticized in German and fell out of favor. It was almost nonexistent in the country. However, the book became a huge hit in China and became a bestseller at the beginning of the 21 st century. Millions of Chinese had hoped that their child would turn out to be just like Witte: A child prodigy.

The University of Giessen today is officially known as Justus-Liebig-University Giessen. The German system of higher education is very different from that of the one in the U.S. They do not have a tripartite system of BA/BS, MA, then PhD. Rather, German students go through a phase of advanced and junior studies for four semesters and then take an intermediate exam. Upon passing this exam, the student can then proceed to advanced and senior studies (6-8 semesters). This gives the student access to their first degree exams> The next level of study after that is the doctoral level.

Much of the rest of Witte’s life is clouded in mystery. It is said that he traveled through Italy in 1818 and had sought to become a lawyer at one point. However, he became known for and published on the works of Dante. His love of literature drew him to the epic poet and he spent his career as a Dante scholar.

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Karl Witte. Who was the youngest person ever to graduate from college with a doctorate? The youngest recipient of a doctoral degree was Karl Witte a German boy, who received a doctor of philosophy degree from the University of Giessen at the age of 13.

How old is the youngest PhD holder?

Ruth Lawrence – 17 In 1985, at the tender age of 13, Ruth Lawrence graduated from Oxford University with a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. The next year, she got a second degree, this time in Physics, which was followed by a PhD in Mathematics in 1989 when she was just 17.

Who is the youngest graduate in the world?

Michael Kearney

At what age would you get a PhD?

The average student takes 8.2 years to slog through a PhD program and is 33 years old before earning that top diploma. By that age, most Americans with mere bachelor’s degree are well into establishing themselves professionally. 2.

Who is the first PhD holder in the world?

In 1861, Yale awarded the first three earned PhDs in North America to Eugene Schuyler , Arthur Williams Wright, and James Morris Whiton, although honorary PhDs had been awarded in the US for almost a decade, with Bucknell University awarding the first to Ebenezer Newton Elliott in 1852.

Can you get a PhD at 14?

He is Canadian born and hails from Halifax, Nova Scotia. When he turned 14, he completed his undergraduate degree at Dalhousie University in Canada. By the time he was 20 years old, he had finished his PhD at the University of Waterloo in 2001.

Did Tony Stark have a PhD?

In the comics, Stark earned two master’s degrees in engineering by age 19, although there are conflicting sources that say he received doctorates in engineering physics and artificial intelligence .

Who is the youngest student at Harvard?

Eugenie Carys de Silva is known to be the youngest to graduate from Harvard University. Eugenie Carys de Silva.

How old was the youngest person in jail?

Mary Bell is the youngest person to go to jail. She committed her first murder in 1968 when she was 10. Both of her murders targeted pre-school boys, who died at Bell’s hands by strangulation.

Can you go to college at 11?

So what’s the minimum age eligible to attend college? As a general rule, there is no age limit for admission into colleges according to the US Educational Code . Although 17 years old is commonly known as the minimum age, the law authorizes even elementary-age children to enroll in colleges.

Can I do a PhD in 1 year?

The number of one-year doctoral programs is pretty slim . Almost equally as rare are two-year doctoral programs, but there’s a few colleges and universities offering these programs in a handful of academic areas, with different types of requirements, and we’ll discuss each one of your options below.

Is doing PhD worth it?

Besides this, a PhD degree helps you develop valuable transferrable skills, which are held dear by the employers . The very nature of the degree teaches candidates to be team players, problem solvers, have great presentation and communication skills apart from having an analytical mind and perseverance.

Can you have a baby while doing a PhD?

It’s perfectly possible for finish a full time PhD with a young child , although it can place strain on relationships, as parenthood does in any case.

Who has the most PhDs ever?

Benjamin Bradley Bolger (born 1975) is an American perpetual student who has earned 14 degrees and claims to be the second-most credentialed person in modern history after Michael W. Nicholson (who has 30 degrees). Like Nicholson, Bolger is from Michigan. Flint, Michigan, U.S.

What is higher than a PhD?

The Doctor of Divinity (DDiv) and the Doctor of Civil Law (DCL) are considered by Oxford to outrank all other degrees, including a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. The DDiv is usually awarded for academic accomplishments beyond the PhD level.

Which PhD pays most?

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) PhDs tend to pay the most, according to research conducted by Payscale. Electrical & computer engineering is America’s most lucrative PhD, with early career pay reported to be approximately $102,000.

Who is the youngest college graduate?

Jack Rico , a 15-year-old boy from United States has become the youngest person ever to complete his graduation from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). His bachelor’s degree in history is his first from UNLV but he collected his fifth degree in just four years.

What is PhD short for?

A PhD is a terminal academic degree students typically pursue when they’re interested in an academic or research career. A PhD is the highest possible academic degree a student can obtain. It stands for “ Doctor of Philosophy ,” which refers to the immense knowledge a student gains when earning the degree.

What is Peter Parker’s IQ?

around 250 Scientific aptitude and knowledge Apart from his physical abilities, Peter is an intellectually-gifted scientific teen genius and has a prodigious aptitude in the physical sciences, with a high IQ level of around 250 .

What is Ironman’s IQ?

Super-Genius Intelligence: Tony is a phenomenal scientific genius and inventor with an IQ of 186 .

Who has the most PhDs in Marvel?

1. Black Panther . Very few characters in Marvel Comics have the educational pedigree that Black Panther has. Black Panther possesses not one, not two, but five doctorates.

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Lloyd Martin, 19, set a world record at this year's London Marathon, when he became the youngest person with Down's syndrome to complete a marathon.

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Monday 10 June 2024 15:50, UK

A teenager who ran the London Marathon was told he would not be allowed to take part in a charity skydive "due to having Down's syndrome".

Lloyd Martin, 19, was taking part in the challenge to raise money for his gymnastics club's new training centre.

The teen set a world record at this year's London Marathon , when he became the youngest person with Down's syndrome to complete a marathon.

Lloyd's mum, Ceri Hooper, 54, told Sky News the skydive provider had not informed her that her son could not take part before they arrived at the site in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

"After we'd got through the briefing and checked in and everything, they then said 'No, he's got Down's syndrome, he can't jump'," Mrs Hooper, originally from Cardiff , said.

"Tell us at the point of booking, don't let us all take days off and drive for an hour and a half to get there and then tell us when he's disappointed."

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Lloyd was "upset because he was really excited to be doing this", according to his mother.

"Throughout Lloyd's life, we've...had various doors closed in our faces regarding different clubs and activities," Mrs Hooper added.

"But while he was young, it was me that was taking the brunt of that, he wasn't really aware of it."

Mrs Hooper said she was disappointed this had happened at a time when she thought companies were becoming "more inclusive in their policies".

"I just wish companies would learn from it and be more mindful and educate their staff."

Congratulations Lloyd Martin 👏 Lloyd is the youngest person to complete a marathon (II2) (male) ✨ #LondonMarathon pic.twitter.com/C3P9htKPgz — Guinness World Records (@GWR) April 21, 2024

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Her son becoming the youngest person with Down's syndrome to complete a marathon earlier this year was an "unbelievably proud" moment for Mrs Hooper.

"We weren't sure when we embarked upon his training that he would ever get that far," she said.

"So it just proves that with a bit of training, things can be achieved, which is the message we want to put out there really."

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A spokesperson for GoSkydive said they "understand the frustrations of Lloyd's family" but their "commitment is to Lloyd's wellbeing".

"We want the opportunity to get to know Lloyd, his conditions and what he needs from us before we can take him skydiving," they added.

"There is no doubt that we could have better communicated the requirement for Lloyd to be assessed prior to his visit to GoSkydive, for this we are extremely apologetic.

"We continue to learn and improve our interactions and this instance drives direct change in our policies."

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