Modelling has become one of the most lucrative industries for young people to pursue their dreams and earn money. It is no wonder that it has been subjected to stereotypical perceptions about being less than intellectual or lacking in any form of education. However, this is not true because many models have gone through formal schooling and college education to improve themselves and break these stigmas.
Many famous models like Gisele Bundchen, Cindy Crawford, Kate Moss, Cara Delevingne, Naomi Campbell, Karlie Kloss, Heidi Klum, Tyra Banks, Christie Brinkley, Emily Ratajkowski, etc., have shown exemplary dedication towards academics. They were all educated and successful academically before they started modelling. Giselle Bundchen was a student at Santa Maria College and later joined PUC-Campinas where she majored in biochemistry. Cindy Crawford studied chemical engineering while still modelling. Naomi Campbell attended London's Barbican Arts Centre. Karlie Kloss went to New York University and graduated with a degree in computer science. Tyra Banks pursued an undergraduate degree in mass communication. Christie Brinkley took courses in art history and photography at Parsons School of Design. Emily Ratajowski went to UCLA School of Art. These are just a few examples of successful models who also excelled in their academic lives.
The article features various top models' educational achievements that defy the stereotypes of them being uneducated. For instance, Lara Stone completed her studies and gained a degree from Hogeschool Zuyd before becoming one of the most successful fashion models. She has been featured in countless magazines and has graced many runways around the world. Lucky Blue Smith is another model who received his high school diploma before he began modelling. He attended Wasatch High School in Utah and graduated as valedictorian. His grades were outstanding, making him eligible for college admission to various universities. Other models like Cara Delevingne pursued her education alongside modelling. She studied sociology, psychology and drama at Bedales School and got into Saint Martins Central St Martin's College. After completing her studies, she ventured into acting and became famous globally.
These models prove that one can balance both academics and modelling without having to choose between two. Many other popular models have also shown dedication towards their studies while still working hard on their careers. They include Ashley Graham, Chanel Iman, Liu Wen, Nina Agdal, Bella Hadid, Joan Smalls, etc. Their success stories encourage other young people not to give up on their dreams or aspirations because they can be achieved simultaneously with good education. The magazine celebrates these exceptional individuals and hopes to inspire young women interested in modelling but worried about the negative perceptions associated with it.