Fact check: What degree did Donald Trump receive from the Wharton School and when did he graduate?

1. Summary of the results

Donald Trump received a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics with a focus on real estate from the Wharton School of Finance and Commerce at the University of Pennsylvania, graduating in 1968 ^[1]. Before attending Wharton, Trump spent two years at Fordham University, transferring to Wharton in 1966 ^[1].

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

Several important contextual elements are missing from the original question:

• Trump was not a distinguished student during his time at Wharton ^[2]
• He had minimal involvement in campus life and extracurricular activities ^[2]
• Many classmates barely remembered him from their time at the school ^[2]
• At least one professor reportedly described him as "the dumbest goddamn student I ever had" ^[2]
• Trump was not listed among students graduating with academic honors ^[2]

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

While the original question itself is neutral, it's important to address common misrepresentations about Trump's academic career:

• Trump has repeatedly claimed he graduated "first in his class" at Wharton, which is demonstrably false ^[3]
• These false claims about academic excellence have been consistently contradicted by academic records and contemporary accounts ^[2]
• The narrative of exceptional academic achievement has been used to enhance Trump's public image as a successful businessman and leader, despite contradicting evidence from multiple sources ^[2]

This context is particularly relevant because claims about academic excellence have been used to bolster Trump's credentials in both business and politics, making accurate information about his academic career a matter of public interest.