NYU Classes Skip: Barron Trump Absent – Full Details

As the fall semester began at NYU, students quickly noticed someone missing—Barron Trump, 19, son of Donald and Melania Trump. His absence has sparked rumors about where he might be and why.

Barron was expected to continue his studies at NYU’s Stern School of Business on September 2, 2025. Yet, according to security staff and insiders, he has not been seen on campus. One officer suggested he may be spending the semester at another NYU location, but the university has declined to comment, citing privacy.

Speculation points to possible studies abroad, with guesses ranging from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai. Others suggest he may be based in Washington, D.C., where he can stay closer to his family and away from constant media attention.

Unlike most students, Barron has never lived in campus housing. He has preferred commuting from Trump Tower, a choice largely influenced by Melania Trump’s protective approach and desire to shield him from public scrutiny.

During the summer, Barron kept a low profile while traveling between Trump properties. Insiders say he attended private meetings and began shaping his own business pursuits, staying close to his parents throughout.

In 2024, he briefly launched a company, Trump, Fulcher & Roxburgh Capital Inc., but it was dissolved months later. Sources claim this was a calculated move to avoid attention during Donald Trump’s election victory, with plans to restart the venture later.

Friends describe Barron as ambitious and independent, eager to carve his own path. For now, NYU remains quiet, and his next steps are kept secret.