LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Rapper Travis Scott opened up about his aspirations beyond music, revealing his desire to study architectural design at Harvard University.

However, the announcement has become fodder for online trolls, sparking commentary about Scott's unexpected "side quest".

Travis Scott's artistic journey extends beyond music

Known for his chart-topping hits and electrifying performances, Scott shared details about his deep fascination with buildings and architecture.

"I’m going to Harvard for architecture school. I got to work hard to get in. They’re not letting me take any shortcuts," Scott declared, as per GQ.

The Houston rapper is currently on the first leg of his Circus Maximus tour, which has garnered widespread acclaim.

Not content with merely defining success through his music, the 'Sicko Mode' singer recently expanded the tour, promising audiences not only incredible performances but also breathtaking set pieces, each designed to create a unique atmosphere and transport fans to a different world—a utopia of sorts.

Travis Scott reveals Harvard plans amid ongoing tour

The interviewer, clearly taken aback, probed Tavis Scott about the practicality of his decision and the timeline for this unexpected academic pursuit.

Scott confidently responded, "Well, I told myself after this album I was going to go in. So after the tour."

Despite the challenges and the need for intense focus, he affirmed his commitment, even mentioning a potential move to Boston.

While the pursuit of an architectural design degree at Harvard may demand significant dedication, Scott assured fans that music remains a priority.

"It’d probably be like four years. I’m still going to make music, of course," he stated, emphasizing that this ambitious endeavor would not signal the end of his musical journey.

Trolls mock Travis Scott's academic pursuit

However, trolls quickly seized the opportunity to mock the rapper after his announcement and took a dig at him. One user tweeted, "Him showing up to Harvard knowing they only let him in bc he’s famous."

Another added, "Bro is doing the side quests now."

One social media user claimed, "Money can get you in anywhere cuz idk if his grades necessarily got him accepted..."

"Imagine you've spend your life studying, grinding your classes to get into your dream university. You sit down for your first day studying Architecture at Harvard, and Travis Scott is sitting next to you...," read a tweet.

"That's great news! Travis Scott's passion for architectural design is inspiring. I'm sure he'll bring a unique perspective to the field. Wishing him all the best in his future studies at Harvard University!" stated a user.

"And Snoop dogg is gonna learn chemistry from Heisenberg soon," mocked another user.