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Ryan Leslie
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College Attended: Harvard University
Studied: Political Science & Macroeconomics
Ryan Leslie graduated from Harvard University at age 19. The singer-producer-songwriter majored in political science and macroeconomics, but his mind was on making beats and crafting songs the entire time. The Washington, D.C., native was placed on academic probation more than once for missing classes in order to pursue his career in music. Thankfully, he graduated on time and has been politicking his way through the industry ever since, even helping to jumpstart singer Cassie's career.
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