12-Year-Old German Girl Begins University Studies, Astonishing Education Community

In a remarkable achievement, a 12-year-old girl from Germany, Lina Haider, has commenced her studies in economics at the University of Bonn. This follows her passing of the Abitur at just 11 years old, which may position her as the youngest high school graduate in Germany's history, completing her education in only six years.

Lina expressed her enthusiasm for university life, noting that she finds her studies more enjoyable than her previous school experience. "Studying at university is fun and better than school," she remarked.

She explained that during her school years, she often felt bored, while university offers her greater flexibility in managing her time and a more in-depth academic curriculum.

Her familiarity with the university environment was aided by her participation in university courses during her schooling, as part of a special program for gifted students, facilitating her early transition.

Lina is recognized as an exceptional talent, possessing a notably high IQ. She completed her schooling in six years by skipping several grades, moving directly from first to fifth grade, then to eighth, tenth, eleventh, and finally twelfth grade.

Her family confirmed that Lina's passion for learning was evident from a young age; she requested to read books with lengthy texts at just one year old and could count to ten by the age of two. By eleven, she was reading complex literary works such as "Faust - Part 1" and "Faust - Part 2."

Regarding the age difference with her classmates, Lina stated that it does not pose a challenge for her, as she is accustomed to interacting with older individuals. She mentioned that two of her friends from high school are also studying at the University of Bonn, and she has met new classmates, adding, "I have not felt excluded so far."

Looking ahead, Lina plans to complete her bachelor's degree and may consider studying abroad. She also has interests in various other fields, including biology, the German language, politics, and society, and does not rule out taking additional courses alongside her main studies.

Lina Haider's story is not only an academic milestone but also a rare example of an early passion for knowledge and a remarkable determination to challenge traditional educational pathways.