9-Year-Old Prodigy Studies Neuroscience At Pennsylvania College

Aiden Wilkins, a 9-year-old prodigy from Pennsylvania, is the youngest student ever to take a college neuroscience course at Ursinus College while simultaneously being a sophomore at Reach Cyber Charter School. Fascinated by the brain since age 3 and reading at age 2, Aiden aspires to become a pediatric neurosurgeon to help children with neuro-disabilities. Despite his academic achievements, he enjoys typical childhood activities like soccer and video games. His mother, Veronica Wilkins, emphasizes supporting his curiosity without pressure and is proud of his unique educational journey. Aiden’s advice to others is that success comes from putting in the work, and he hopes to attend top undergraduate schools such as Johns Hopkins or Princeton before medical school. His story highlights a rare blend of early intellectual ability and grounded childhood interests.