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Paul Newman
Paul Newman, 1956.
Paul Newman attended several institutions of higher learning throughout his education:
- Ohio University: Newman attended this university early in his academic career, though he was reportedly expelled.1
- Kenyon College: After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, Newman enrolled here and earned his B.A. in 1949.12
- Yale University: Following a brief period managing his family's business, he enrolled in the university's drama department in 1950 but left the program in 1952.1
Additionally, Newman studied at The Actors Studio in New York City, an experience he later credited for his success in acting.1