Andrei Ivanov, a graduate of Yekaterinburg Gymnasium No. 9, has achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Unified State Exam (USE) in Literature. The high-achieving student is now awaiting the results of four other subjects, where he also hopes to attain maximum scores.

Ivanov, who previously studied at Lyceum No. 135 before transferring to Gymnasium No. 9 in 10th grade, shared his preparation strategies and future plans. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle during exam preparation, suggesting students prioritize sleep, hobbies, and social interaction.

Instead of pursuing education elsewhere, Ivanov plans to enroll at Ural Federal University (UrFU) to study programs such as cultural studies, media communications, philosophy, advertising, or public relations. He values the proximity to his family and the comfort of studying in his hometown.

In addition to his academic pursuits, Ivanov has participated in several All-Russian Olympiad for Schoolchildren (VOSh) competitions. Currently, he is seeking employment as a barista to support his family.

The USE exams this year have been noted as challenging, with reports of tricky questions in the Russian language exam and increased difficulty in the advanced mathematics exam in the Urals region compared to Moscow. The E1.RU editorial team extended their best wishes to Andrei for success in his remaining exams.