Avery Cloutier, a 19-year-old student at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, is poised to earn his master of applied data science this spring. His educational journey began at age 12 when he started accumulating college credits through the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP). Cloutier has attended six colleges, including Liberty University in Virginia, where he earned his bachelor's degree in 2024. His unique homeschooling experience, guided by his mother, allowed him to progress quickly through subjects, leading him to complete many college credits by the age of 16. Cloutier's proactive approach and leadership qualities have drawn praise from his future employer, Charlie Rose, a Naval officer recruiter. After graduation, Cloutier will serve as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Navy, a role he feels passionate about due to his desire to serve his country. Balancing work and studies, he has developed strong analytical skills through remote graduate courses, which have been crucial in his career advancement.