Lady Louise Windsor graduates from St Andrews

Lady Louise Windsor, the 22-year-old daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, graduated from the University of St Andrews on Thursday, July 2, 2026. She earned a degree in English and International Relations during a ceremony at the Scottish university, where she was joined by her proud parents, Prince Edward and Sophie.

King Charles and Queen Camilla, the graduate's uncle and aunt, publicly congratulated their niece through a message posted on the official royal family social media accounts. The post featured photographs of Lady Louise in her academic gown and with her parents.

The young royal, who is 17th in line to the throne, is now preparing for a gap year. She plans to combine employment, charitable work, and travel before deciding on her future career path. On a now-removed LinkedIn profile, she had expressed interest in pursuing a career in the military, diplomacy, or law. If she chooses a military path, she would be the first female royal to serve since her late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.

During her four years at St Andrews, Lady Louise was involved in activities beyond her studies. She joined the Tayforth University Officers' Training Corps in 2024, where...