Caroline Kirkpatrick graduated with a B.A. in English from the University of Cincinnati on June 10, 2006, with a specialization in professional writing.

She graduated with highest honors (summa cum laude), and was honored as the "Outstanding Senior" in the Department of English and Comparative Literature.

Following graduation, Caroline is involved in planning for her August wedding to Ryan Luecke. Caroline is the daughter of Tom and Sarah Kirkpatrick, of Milford, Ohio.