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Kim Kardashian’s journey to becoming a lawyer has been one of her most talked-about transformations—and for good reason. It hasn’t been an easy path, but she’s been open about every step of it. On her Instagram Stories on November 8, 2025, Kim revealed that she did not pass the California Bar Exam she took in July, writing, “Well… I’m not a lawyer yet, I just play a very well-dressed one on TV.”
She continued, “Six years into this law journey, and I’m still all in until I pass the bar. No shortcuts, no giving up — just more studying and even more determination. Thank you to everyone who has supported and encouraged me along the way so far. Failing short isn’t failure — it’s fuel. I was so close to passing the exam and that only motivates me even more. Let’s go!!!!!!!!!!!”
The reality star and business mogul—who first rose to fame on Keeping Up With the Kardashians—has spent the past several years studying law through California’s Law Office Study Program, an apprenticeship-based alternative to traditional law school. Balancing her studies with motherhood, entrepreneurship, and fame, Kim remains determined to achieve her legal dreams. As she pushes forward, fans are once again asking: Did Kim ever go to law school? Does she have a college degree? Here’s what to know about her education and where she stands now.
Kim has taken California’s “baby bar” exam (the First-Year Law Student’s Examination) four times, failing the first three attempts before passing in December 2021.
When it comes to the full California Bar Exam, Kim has only taken it once so far, sitting for the test in July 2025.
No. Kim did not attend a traditional law school. Instead, she pursued her legal training through California’s Law Office Study Program (an apprenticeship model) beginning in 2018.
In May 2025 she announced she had “graduated” from her program after six years of study, but this is not a law-school degree.
No, Kim does not hold a bachelor’s degree. She did not complete a traditional undergraduate program before embarking on her legal apprenticeship.
In California, the passing score for the full Bar Exam is about 1440 out of 2000 (though the exact cut-score varies slightly each exam and year). For the “baby bar” (FYLSX) that Kim took, reports say you need around 560 points to pass.
Pete Hegseth has long been a fixture in public life — as a former Fox News co-host, author, veteran, and outspoken conservative. But since ascending to the role of Secretary of Defense in January 2025, he’s found himself under levels of scrutiny few in his position face.
In recent months, the 45-year-old has been mired in controversy over revelations that he participated in unauthorized Signal messaging groups used to share sensitive military information. According to The Atlantic and The New York Times, he disclosed operational details of U.S. airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen in a chat that included his wife, brother, and private counsel.
As these disclosures triggered investigations and legal questions, Hegseth also made unprecedented moves from the Pentagon. He abruptly summoned hundreds of generals and admirals to a surprise meeting at Quantico, igniting concern and confusion within the military, according to The Washington Post. In parallel, he disbanded the Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services, citing its alleged “divisive feminist agenda,” according to The Guardian.
In light of these developments, public interest in Hegseth’s background has surged, particularly regarding his educational credentials. Find out more about his academic background below.
For his undergraduate degree, Hegseth attended Princeton University and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in politics. He also worked as the publisher of The Princeton Tory magazine.
After earning his bachelor’s degree, Hegseth attended the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.
Hegseth graduated from Harvard’s John F. Kennedy School of Government in 2013, receiving a Master of Public Policy degree.
From 2014 to 2024, Hegseth worked with Fox News. He started out as a contributor, then became a co-host after landing a weekend spot on Fox & Friends. In late 2024, Hegseth left the network after Trump voiced his support for him to be the next U.S. Secretary of Defense.
Before he became a prominent name with Fox News, Hegseth served in the U.S. Army from 2003 to 2014 and again from 2019 to 2021.
Yes, Hegseth has been married to his wife, Jennifer Rauchet, since 2019.
Before he married Rauchet, Hegseth was married to his ex-wife Samantha Deering from 2010 until their 2017 split, which took place after his current wife gave birth to her and Hegseth’s child. From 2004 to 2009, Hegseth was married to his first wife, former high school sweetheart Meredith Schwarz. He admitted to having cheated on Schwarz several times during their marriage, according to The New Yorker.
Hegseth has four biological children and three stepkids. He shares a daughter with Rauchet and three other kids with his ex-wife Deering.
Hegseth is a stepdad to Rauchet’s three children from a previous relationship.