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New Jersey quintuplets graduate from same college

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The Povolos missed their high school graduation because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but four years later, the quintuplets from New Jersey are making up for it in college.

Victoria, Vico, Ashley, Michael and Marcus Povolo were born on July 4, 2002, and have shared everything from birthdays to bedrooms.'We know everything about each other,' Victoria told CBS News But they were never sure they would share a college graduation.'Some of us even thought of maybe not going to college or just community , you know, just to save some money,' Marcus said.

That surprise came from Montclair State University, which offered all five kids full academic scholarships.'Our mom was crying instantly as soon as she found out,' Marcus said.Silvia Povolo said her children's graduation was 'a dream come true.''We didn't go to college. We came from another country and here they are blooming,' she said.On Monday, that special moment arrived, and all five Povolos have big plans for the future.

 

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