Barron Trump has been a student at Stern Business School for almost two years. The son of Donald Trump began studying at the New York campus in 2024, but last fall switched to Washington. Several reports have emerged about his life on campus, with students sharing a variety of impressions. However, one detail about his backpack was turning heads. In fact, Barron Trump’s backpack painted a picture of his new life that many might not be familiar with.
Since 2024, Barron has been studying at the Stern Business School at New York University. While little is known about his life there, several students gave their verdict on the president’s son last fall.
The British newspaper Daily Mail spoke to several New York University students at the time he began his Stern Business School journey, some of whom said Barron had become very popular among the ladies. Meanwhile, Secret Service agents trail him everywhere he goes.
Barron was photographed by paparazzi on his first day at NYU. Naturally, many “regular” people attend the school, and it appears they have mixed emotions about Barron. One even speculated that he might have changed his outlook on life to fit in.
“He’s going to NYU, so if he is at all interested in girls, he’s going to become kind of liberal, I’ll tell you that,” one student told the Daily Mail.
What NYU students think of Barron Trump
Another student said, “My mom is going to want me to marry him.”
Secret Service agents, as mentioned, follow Barron around campus at all times. A third student said they felt “really bad for him,” noting that he “did not choose this life.”
A fourth student said: “His dad is his dad and he is his own person, so I’m not going to judge,” adding that she would definitely consider a friendship. “Of course, who wouldn’t want to be friends with a Trump?”
However, not everyone is thrilled that the president’s son is studying at NYU. One student said she would “absolutely not” be friends with Barron.
“It speaks to the privilege that a lot of the NYU kids have. I’m only here because of financial aid,” she told the Daily Mail.
According to a People Magazine source at the time, the then‑18‑year‑old was “popular with the ladies” since starting classes.
“He’s at Stern so he’s studying business in some way. He’s a ladies’ man for sure. He’s really popular with the ladies,” the source said. “He’s tall and handsome. A lot of people seem to think he’s pretty attractive — yes, even liberal people like him.”
Making new friends after arriving at a completely new place can be challenging. While being Donald Trump’s son might break the ice, it’s most important for Barron to surround himself with people who want to be his friends, not those looking to cozy up to someone famous.
With Secret Service agents constantly around him, it’s likely difficult to even start a conversation. U.S. outlet TMZ reported that he struggled to blend in at New York University. However, he found a clever way to connect with new college friends — online. The outlet states that Barron turned to online gaming, inviting classmates to play with him in the virtual world.
According to TMZ, he invited them to join him on Discord, a popular gaming platform where users play and chat. Since he’s a big soccer fan, he plays the popular EA Sports FC video game.
When the school day wrapped up in New York, Barron slipped out through a different, discreet exit and was quietly transported home along the same carefully planned route. But according to UNILAD, the story didn’t end there.
Although Barron made an effort to blend in and stay under the radar on campus, it wasn’t easy. A group of bodyguards — dressed casually to resemble students — trailed him throughout the day. Their presence didn’t go unnoticed; it often turned heads and drew curious classmates’ attention. TMZ reported that classmates described Barron as “chill,” while a new report about his life at NYU is now circulating.
“He’s sort of like an oddity on campus,” Kaya Walker, president of NYU College Republicans, told Vanity Fair in April last year. “He goes to class, he goes home.”
Following his parents’ White House exit in 2021, Barron’s life became a mystery. He, Donald, and Melania moved to Mar‑a‑Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, where he attended the private Oxbridge Academy High School. While there were practically no reports about his life there, rumors about him having a girlfriend did spread.
In response to that speculation, his father, Donald Trump, claimed his son had never had a girlfriend — at least not that he knew of.
Why Barron Trump carries a black backpack at NYU
Trying new things and meeting new people is part of going to college, and Barron was no exception. Shockingly, the Daily Mail even suggested that 21‑year‑old influencer Maria Arana, a Mexican American NYU student who grew up in Miami, could be a “future Mrs. Barron Trump.”
Speaking with Vanity Fair, Arana, who studies child psychology at NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study, said, “I just thought it was very random. But it’s not like I was against it.”
The 21‑year‑old explained she had never met Barron. However, she had seen the procession of vehicles that take him to school. Trump’s youngest son benefits from Secret Service protection, which escorts him to and from campus. This alone may make it harder for him to meet new friends. Yet Barron may have used a clever trick to appear more approachable. He was said to carry a black backpack to school, and although it’s necessary for pens, notebooks, and computers, there may also be a hidden reason behind it.
On TikTok, one user claimed there was a specific reason Barron carries the $88 backpack everywhere he goes.
“As Trump’s son, and the future heir, Barron is worth hundreds of millions of dollars, but he always carries an inexpensive black school bag. Barron lived a life of luxury from childhood. He was raised by Melania and had a life of ease and plenty since he was a child,” the user wrote, per Express.
“An ordinary student”
“However, no one would believe that under Trump’s guidance, Barron is very thrifty in private. Since he entered college, he has been carrying an $88 black school bag, which makes Barron look more like an ordinary student.
“It enables him to keep a low profile, be more approachable in public, and participate in various activities more comfortably. In addition, since Trump became President, he has opposed extravagance and waste and has even donated his own money to charity at times.”
The TikTok user concluded: “In order to follow in Trump’s footsteps, Barron has always kept a low profile. Even at the age of 18, he has never bought luxury goods. To some extent, this can also help shape Barron’s positive image, prepare him for being the heir in the future, and play a positive role in the overall image of the Trump family.”
Barron has been praised for his character by both his father and mother, and there’s been no reason to doubt their judgment. Aside from their comments, there were virtually no reports about what he’s like — until recently.
Luxury styling service Bespoke Pearce’s CEO, Nathan Pearce, helped the president’s son select several suits, dress shirts, and a cashmere overcoat for Donald Trump’s inauguration.
Barron Trump’s stylist reveals what he’s really like
In an interview with Women’s Wear Daily, Pearce revealed some interesting things about Barron and his personality. Because of his private life, some might assume Barron is quiet or closed off. However, according to Pearce, that couldn’t be further from the truth.
“He’s this super‑bright kid. He’s well beyond his years in terms of experience, knowledge, history. He’s just very fascinating to talk to,” Pearce said.
“You know what other word I’d use? Hospitable. He is down‑to‑earth, nice as can be, and hospitable,” Pearce continued, recalling how Barron shook his hand when they first met, thanked him multiple times upon arriving at Mar‑a‑Lago, and even offered to show him around the estate.
“I’ve thoroughly enjoyed getting to know him over the last one or two years,” Pearce explained. He added that he didn’t take Trump’s business for granted and wanted him to be very happy with his outfit.
“I recognize that Barron Trump could be choosing from tailors all over the world, and he chose me and Pearce Bespoke. I’m super‑grateful and super‑proud of that,” Pearce said.
Donald Trump may not be known for his sense of humor — though that’s a debate for another time. It appears the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, with Pearce describing Barron’s humor as “dry.”
“He’s hilarious. But as I said, he’s super‑sharp. Put him in a room with star businessmen, and he will hold his own. He can talk to them all day because he’s witty, smart, and has a dry sense of humor,” the stylist concluded.
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