Early Life and Education of Donald Trump: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Donald Trump, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Donald John Trump is an American politician, media personality, and businessman. He served as the 45th U.S. President from 2017 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, he is also the 47th President of the United States.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

June 14, 1946: Donald Trump's Birth

On June 14, 1946, Donald John Trump was born in Queens, New York City, to Fred Trump and Mary Anne MacLeod Trump.

June 14, 1946: Birth of Donald Trump

On June 14, 1946, Donald John Trump was born at Jamaica Hospital in Queens, New York City.

1964: Enrolls at Fordham University

In 1964, Donald Trump enrolled at Fordham University after attending New York Military Academy.

May 1968: Graduates from Wharton School

In May 1968, Donald Trump graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in economics.

1968: Graduation from the University of Pennsylvania

In 1968, Donald Trump graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor's degree in economics.

1977: Marriage to Ivana Zelníčková and Donald Jr.'s birth

In 1977, Trump married Czech model Ivana Zelníčková, and their son Donald Jr. was born.

1981: Birth of Ivanka Trump

In 1981, Ivanka Trump, the daughter of Donald Trump and Ivana Zelníčková, was born.

1984: Birth of Eric Trump

In 1984, Eric Trump, the son of Donald Trump and Ivana Zelníčková, was born.

1987: Trump Registers as a Republican

In 1987, Donald Trump registered as a Republican.

1993: Marriage to Marla Maples and birth of Tiffany Trump

In 1993, Trump married Marla Maples, and their daughter Tiffany was born.

1999: Trump Joins the Independence Party

In 1999, Donald Trump became a member of the Independence Party, the New York state affiliate of the Reform Party.

2001: Trump Registers as a Democrat

In 2001, Donald Trump registered as a Democrat.

2006: Birth of Barron Trump

In 2006, Barron Trump, the son of Donald Trump and Melania Knauss, was born.

2009: Trump Re-Registers as a Republican

In 2009, Donald Trump registered as a Republican again.

2011: Trump Becomes Unaffiliated

In 2011, Donald Trump became unaffiliated with any political party.

2012: Trump Re-Registers as a Republican Again

In 2012, Donald Trump registered as a Republican again.

2018: Disclosure of inheritance by the New York Times

In 2018, the New York Times reported that Donald Trump borrowed at least $60 million from his father, largely did not repay the loans, and received another $413 million (2018 equivalent, adjusted for inflation) from his father's company.