Heroes hottie Hayden Panettiere doesn’t need college to gain widsom. The actress insists she’s had her own “learning experience” growing up in Hollywood.

The 20-year-old did want to further her education when she was younger, but credits the hit show to helping her change her mind.

She says:

I always wanted to go to college (but) the show happened to start in a pretty pivotal period, when you have thoughts of going to college. It was just such a success and it is what I love to do. I would love to take some classes that I really enjoy, but I think college is a learning experience for yourself as a person and (it’s about) being on your own for the first time.

Emma Watson just started her college career at Brown University, and is definitely a girl who is wise beyond her years. I guess it’s not fair to compare, though. Gotta make choices that are right for you!

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