Even with all this success, Reid still had major plans as a high school senior in 2021.

The 18-year-old actress did just that, and the acceptances started rolling in.

Reid posted anInstagramvideo of her opening USC’s admissions decision while on FaceTime with her mom.

Storm Reid smiling

As it turned out, she had an acceptance to share.

Reid later shared her academic plans with In The Know.

“I really just want that college experience,” she explained.

Storm Reid and Ava DuVernay

“I’ve been homeschooled since sixth grade.

I didn’t get a high school experience.”

The actress called herself an “artivist” who uses her craft to make a difference in the world.

“I am a Bachelor of Arts in the USC School of Dramatic Arts.

I plan to minor in African American Studies,” Reid told In The Know.

Later, in anInstagrampost updating fans on her journey, Reid wrote, “best decision i’ve made.

semester 1 in the books.”