Kris Jenner: College is a "Safety Net," But Always Follow Your Passion

Kris Jenner has shared her perspective on higher education, acknowledging its value as a "safety net" while emphasizing the importance of following one's passion. She reflected on her own lack of a college degree and the varied educational paths taken by her famous children. Jenner noted that formal education is crucial for certain fields like medicine or law, but learning should be driven by personal curiosity. Her concluding advice for young people is to identify what excites them about life and their career and to follow their heart.

Key Points: Kris Jenner on College vs. Following Your Passion

  • College provides stability for certain professions
  • Learning is about curiosity and personal growth
  • Children took different educational paths
  • Ultimate advice is to pursue your passion
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Kris Jenner says college can be a "safety net'" urges young people to follow their passion

Kris Jenner shares advice on education, calling college a "safety net" but urging young people to pursue what truly excites them in life and career.

"Follow your heart. - Kris Jenner"

Washington DC, March 15

Kris Jenner has shared candid advice for young people about education and career choices, saying that while college can be a valuable "safety net," individuals should ultimately follow what excites them, according to People.

Kris, who is mom to Kourtney Kardashian, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Rob Kardashian, Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner, reflected on not preventing her children from seeking higher education despite not going to college herself.

Speaking on the recent episode of the SmartLess podcast, Jenner said, "I'm going to get in trouble here because I did not go to college," explaining that traditional academic paths were not something she felt strongly about growing up, as quoted by People.

Jenner shared that her children have taken different paths when it comes to higher education.

"My son went to the University of Southern California. Kim went to college for maybe a couple of weeks. Kourtney graduated from college," she said, noting that only some of her children pursued formal degrees, according to People.

Jenner explained that for her, learning has always been about curiosity and personal growth rather than following a single traditional path.

"I love to learn, and I soak it all in," she said, adding that people absorb knowledge differently and should make choices based on their interests and ambitions, according to People.

While encouraging young people to pursue their passions, Jenner also acknowledged that higher education can provide stability in certain professions.

"If you want to be a doctor or a surgeon or go into law, obviously you need that education," she said.

Her daughter, Kim Kardashian, is currently studying law while continuing to appear on the family's reality show, The Kardashians.

Jenner concluded by advising young people to think about what truly excites them when planning their future.

"What is it that gets you excited about life and what you want to do with your career?" she said. "Follow your heart," according to People.

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Arjun K
She has a point about following passion, but in India, the pressure to get a degree is immense from family and society. It's not just about being a doctor or lawyer—even for business, parents want that B.Com or MBA first.
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Sarah B
As someone who moved from the US to work in Bangalore, I see both sides. The Indian education system produces brilliant technical minds, but I do wish there was more room for creative careers without the stigma. Balance is key.
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Rohit P
"Follow your heart" sounds nice in a podcast, but try telling that to a middle-class Indian parent after you score 95% in 12th and want to be a photographer instead of an engineer. The struggle is real! 🤦‍♂️
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Meera T
I appreciate her acknowledging that some professions NEED formal education. In India, we respect that deeply. But we also have successful entrepreneurs like Ritesh Agarwal (OYO) who took non-traditional paths. Times are changing, albeit slowly.
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Karthik V
With all due respect, this advice comes from immense privilege. For an average Indian student, college isn't just a "safety net"—it's often the entire trampoline. We need more practical guidance for our context, not celebrity soundbites.

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