The Spanish Royal Household recently issued an official statement confirming the university education plans for Princess Leonor of Asturias, the first in line to the throne. After completing her military training, she will remain in Spain to begin a new academic chapter.
## A Top-Tier Public University
According to the royal announcement, Princess Leonor will officially enroll at Carlos III University of Madrid (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid) in September 2026 for a four-year undergraduate degree in Political Science. The university, located in Getafe, south of Madrid, is one of Spain’s most prestigious higher education institutions, consistently ranked among the top ten public universities nationwide. The Political Science curriculum will cover a wide range of subjects, including political theory, law, economics, sociology, history, and international relations, designed to provide her with a solid foundation for her future role.
## Following Standard Admission Procedures
The statement noted that Princess Leonor has successfully passed the specific university entrance examinations for students who have completed their high school education abroad and has been officially admitted by the evaluation committee. The Princess previously completed her secondary education outside of Spain. King Felipe VI has informed the Prime Minister of Spain of this educational arrangement.
## Continuing Tradition and Fulfilling Royal Duties
Princess Leonor’s choice to study at a public university in Spain follows the educational path of her parents. Her father, King Felipe VI, graduated from the Autonomous University of Madrid with a degree in Law and Economics, while her mother, Queen Letizia, holds a degree in Journalism from the Complutense University of Madrid. Analysts believe this decision is influenced not only by family tradition but also by practical considerations. Unlike her sister, Infanta Sofía, who is studying abroad, remaining in Madrid will allow Princess Leonor to more easily participate in official royal engagements alongside her studies, gradually undertaking her public duties as Crown Princess.
## From Barracks to Campus
This plan marks a significant transition in Princess Leonor’s life. She is expected to complete her comprehensive military training across the Army, Navy, and Air Force in July 2026. Just two months later, she will step onto campus as a university student, a move seen as an indispensable part of her comprehensive preparation to become the future Head of State.
