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Barron Trump, son of former President Donald Trump, has officially transferred to New York University’s Washington, D.C. campus for his sophomore year. After spending his freshman year at NYU in Manhattan, he now attends classes specializing in politics and leadership just blocks from the White House. This transition highlights Barron’s independence, as he opts for NYU over the University of Pennsylvania, where his father studied. With his living arrangements likely at the White House, Barron’s choice reflects a blend of family ties and personal aspirations in his educational journey.
Washington D.C. – Barron Trump, the only son of former President Donald Trump, has transferred his studies to New York University’s Washington, D.C. campus for his sophomore year. This educational move comes after he completed his freshman year at NYU’s main campus in Manhattan while residing at Trump Tower.
Since early September 2025, Barron has been attending classes at the D.C. branch of NYU, which is located just blocks from the White House. The campus is home to around 100 students and specializes in subjects like politics, policy, journalism, and leadership. Sources have confirmed that Barron is likely living at the White House during this period.
His decision to transfer to the D.C. campus raised questions when he was not seen at the main campus for the fall semester’s beginning. With strong roots in a family that has been deeply involved in politics, Barron’s choice to attend NYU instead of the University of Pennsylvania, where his father studied, highlights his independence. Melania Trump, his mother, has publicly stated that Barron will always have a room at the White House, showcasing the family’s commitment to maintaining their close ties despite changes in their living situations.
Barron’s educational journey began with his graduation from Oxbridge Academy in May 2024, just months before the 2024 Presidential election, in which his father was re-elected. Barron celebrated his 19th birthday in March 2025, shortly before the inauguration of Donald Trump on January 20, 2025, where he made his last major public appearance. Since starting college, Barron has maintained a low profile and has not frequently appeared in public, aligning with his mother’s protective approach to his upbringing.
The tuition for a semester at NYU’s D.C. campus amounts to approximately $32,811, with additional housing costs around $9,513. As a young adult navigating his college experience under the public eye, Barron’s privacy has been a significant focus for his family. Melania Trump’s desires for her son’s privacy have been noted, leading to a more reserved lifestyle away from large media attention.
The transition to the D.C. campus and residing at the White House provides Barron with a unique opportunity to immerse himself in political studies while being close to the center of U.S. governance. His engagement in a campus focused on leadership and policy aligns with the familial legacy of public service, yet he retains individuality in his educational choices.
Both the White House and the first lady’s office have refrained from commenting on Barron’s living arrangements and academic transfer. As the son of a former president, he is navigating a prominent public platform while pursuing personal development through education, showcasing the balancing act of personal life and the demands of political legacy.
As Barron embarks on this next chapter at NYU’s Washington, D.C. campus, the intersection of academia and political life continues to shape his experiences as he steps into a world heavily influenced by his family’s past and present.
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