Princess Leonor to study Political Science at Carlos III University in Madrid after military service

Following the completion of three years of military training, Princess Leonor will pursue a four-year Political Science degree at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, campus Getafe. The Royal Household announced that the program will begin in 2026 and that she will study at the public university, starting the next academic term after her military education concludes.

The plan, confirmed by the Spanish royal palace on its official site and social channels, places Leonor in the Carlos III program for four years. Some reports indicate the entry could begin in September 2026, and the Getafe campus is highlighted in coverage. The education path forms part of her preparation for a future leadership role within Spain’s Armed Forces, continuing from the battalion-level training she has completed.

Media coverage has depicted her university life as ordinary, noting routine campus life, class schedules, and meals as she joins the student body alongside peers. The announcements emphasize a transition from military training to civilian higher education while maintaining her role as heir to the throne.