Lil Wayne, whose real name is Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., studied at the University of Houston. The father of four didn't study anything music-related during his time at school — he majored in political science. A 2005 piece by MTV News detailed how the "Lollipop" hit maker wanted to be treated like a regular college student since he was simply looking to better himself and expand his horizons. The rapper did joke, however, about possibly seeking financial aid for his schooling. Wayne wasn't attending college full-time; he took classes like psychology on Tuesdays and Thursdays while dedicating the rest of his week to music and studying. Wayne noted, "I'm not going back to school. I'm really going to school for the first time."
He's been making music professionally since the age of nine, but only obtained his GED later in life. Wayne chose to study at the University of Houston because it was close to his hometown of New Orleans, but far enough away that he wouldn't get distracted. The rapper told Rolling Stone that New Orleans shaped who he is as a musician, revealing, "New Orleans is the reason why I am a rapper, bro, plain and simple."
According to Study.com, Wayne was ultimately forced to drop out due to scheduling conflicts but later took online classes at the University of Phoenix instead. The rapper subsequently received an honorary degree in psychology from UH in 2008.
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