By Saurav Pandey | July 2, 2025
BTS, the global K-pop sensation, is known for their talent, hard work, and dedication. But did you know these surprising facts about their education? Here are 7 shocking facts about BTS members’ education that you might not have known!
Image: Instagram/bts.bighitofficial
RM is famously known as the “brain” of BTS, with an IQ of 148, placing him in the top 1% of South Korea.
Image: Instagram/rkive
SUGA studied practical music at Global Cyber University but initially wanted to be a producer. He taught himself music production and even worked as a delivery boy to afford equipment before joining BTS.
Image: Instagram/agustd
Jin studied acting at Konkuk University, one of South Korea’s top universities. He was known for his academic excellence and even earned a scholarship before deferring his studies to focus on BTS.
Image: Instagram/jin
J-Hope was a street dance champion before joining BTS and attended Global Cyber University for broadcasting. He initially auditioned as a rapper but later became BTS’s main dancer.
Image: Instagram/uarmyhope
Jimin attended Busan High School of Arts, where he was ranked #1 in modern dance. He later studied at Global Cyber University alongside other BTS members.
Image: Instagram/j.m
V studied acting & performance at Global Cyber University. He auditioned for BTS without his family’s knowledge and only told them after he passed.
Image: Instagram/thv
Jungkook was a straight-A student in middle school but dropped out of SOPA (School of Performing Arts Seoul) to focus on BTS. He later earned his GED (high school equivalency diploma) and enrolled in Global Cyber University.
Image: Instagram/bts.bighitofficial