A 13-year-old who earned four associate degrees is starting undergrad work next week -- all before being old enough to drive.
MORE: Girl builds 'birthday boxes' after learning classmates couldn't afford to celebrate their own birthdaysJack successfully completed 61 units at Fullerton, earning degrees in in history, art and human expression, social behavior and social science.
"He does work really hard, but what we're most proud of is his heart," Andrade said."He's an amazing human. His sister has autism and he's been the best brother ever."Fullerton President Greg Schulz said Jack was able to get a free education at the school as a"special admit student," which is a unique benefit in the California Community College system.
Jack Rico, 13, is verified as the youngest graduate in the 107-year history of Fullerton College in Fullerton, California, which was established was established in 1913. Seen in this undated photo, he stand with his mom, Ru Andrade and 15-year-old sister.Schulz said that because Jack is the youngest among 21,000 students, he is pretty well known around campus.
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