Early Life and Education of Vivek Ramaswamy: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Vivek Ramaswamy. From birth to education, explore key events.

Vivek Ganapathy Ramaswamy is an American entrepreneur and politician. He founded the biotech company Roivant Sciences in 2014 and served as its CEO until 2021. In 2023, he ran for the Republican presidential nomination, withdrawing after the Iowa caucuses in January 2024 and endorsing Donald Trump. He launched a campaign for Ohio governor in February 2025, receiving Trump's endorsement.

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August 9, 1985: Birth of Vivek Ramaswamy

On August 9, 1985, Vivek Ganapathy Ramaswamy was born. He is an American entrepreneur and politician.

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2003: Graduation as Valedictorian

In 2003, Ramaswamy graduated as valedictorian from St. Xavier High School, a Catholic school in Cincinnati.

2004: Vote for Michael Badnarik

In 2004, Ramaswamy said that he voted for Michael Badnarik, the Libertarian Party presidential nominee.

2007: Graduation from Harvard University

In 2007, Ramaswamy graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, in biology, and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. During his time at Harvard, he was known as a confident libertarian, led the Harvard Political Union, performed Eminem covers as "Da Vek", interned for Amaranth Advisors and Goldman Sachs, and wrote a senior thesis on human-animal chimeras, earning a Bowdoin Prize.

2008: Did Not Vote in Presidential Election

Ramaswamy did not vote in the 2008 presidential election.

2012: Did Not Vote in Presidential Election

Ramaswamy did not vote in the 2012 presidential election.

2013: Earned Juris Doctor

In 2013, Ramaswamy earned a Juris Doctor degree. He attended Yale, befriended JD Vance, and was a member of Shabtai society during law school.

2015: Ramaswamy marries Apoorva Tewari

In 2015, Ramaswamy married Apoorva Tewari, a laryngologist and surgeon, whom he met at Yale.

2016: Donation to Dena Grayson's Campaign

In 2016, Ramaswamy donated $2,700 to the campaign of Dena Grayson, a Florida Democrat running for Congress.

2016: Ramaswamy lived in Manhattan

In 2016, Ramaswamy lived in Manhattan.

2016: Did Not Vote in Presidential Election

Ramaswamy did not vote in the 2016 presidential election.

2018: Ramaswamy's Comments on Axovant

In 2018, Ramaswamy said he had no regrets about how Axovant handled intepirdine.

2020: Donation to the Ohio Republican Party

From 2020 to 2023, Ramaswamy donated $30,000 to the Ohio Republican Party.

2020: Ramaswamy states his vegetarian belief

In 2020, Ramaswamy wrote, "I believe it is wrong to kill sentient animals for culinary pleasure," stating his vegetarian belief.

2020: Supported Donald Trump

Ramaswamy supported Donald Trump in the 2020 election.

November 2021: Voter Registration as Unaffiliated

In November 2021, Ramaswamy registered to vote in Franklin County, Ohio, as "unaffiliated", but described himself as a Republican.

2021: Ramaswamy owned a house in Butler County, Ohio

In 2021, Ramaswamy owned a house in Butler County, Ohio.

February 21, 2023: Declared Candidacy for President

On February 21, 2023, Ramaswamy declared his candidacy for the Republican nomination for president of the United States in 2024 on Tucker Carlson Tonight.

2023: Donation to the Ohio Republican Party

From 2020 to 2023, Ramaswamy donated $30,000 to the Ohio Republican Party.

2023: Presidential Candidacy Declaration

In 2023, Ramaswamy declared his candidacy for the Republican presidential primaries.

2023: Net Worth Before Law School

In 2023, Ramaswamy stated that he already had a net worth of around $15 million before graduating from law school due to his activities in finance, pharmaceutical, and biotech.

2023: Ramaswamy's net worth and residence in Columbus, Ohio

In 2023, Ramaswamy's net worth was estimated at more than $950 million. He reported owning a house in Columbus, Ohio, in Franklin County, and lived in a $2 million estate in the Columbus suburb of Upper Arlington.

January 2024: Ramaswamy's Net Worth Estimated by Forbes

In January 2024, Forbes estimated Ramaswamy's net worth to be $960 million, attributing his wealth to biotech and financial businesses.

January 2024: Withdrawal from Presidential Bid and Trump Endorsement

In January 2024, Ramaswamy finished fourth in the Iowa caucuses and withdrew his bid for the Republican presidential nomination. Following this, he endorsed Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential election.

2024: Presidential Campaign

On February 21, 2023, Ramaswamy declared his candidacy for the Republican nomination for president of the United States in 2024 on Tucker Carlson Tonight.