Princess Sofia's Unique University Journey: Meditation, Surfing, and a Three-Country Degree in Lisbon

The Spanish Royal House recently announced that Infanta Sofia will begin her studies in Political Science and International Relations at Forward College this September. This unique three-year program starts in Lisbon, moves to Paris in the second year, and concludes in Berlin, marking Sofia as the first Spanish royal to pursue university studies abroad.

A Holistic Education Funded by Millionaires

Founded in 2021 by Boris Walbaum, alongside Céline Boisson and Jeffrey Sampson, Forward College is backed by multimillionaires including the Meyer Louis-Dreyfus family and Xavier Niel. The institution emphasizes a holistic approach to education, focusing on social, emotional, and digital skills alongside academic learning. With small classes of up to 15 students, personalized individual lessons, and immersive multicultural experiences, the college offers a distinctive educational model.

Unique Campus Life in Lisbon

Sofia will study between two centers in Chiado and Bairro Alto, with the main campus on Rua das Flores being the only exclusive physical space of Forward College. The campus features study rooms, a kitchen, a terrace, and meditation rooms. Students also enjoy activities like surf and yoga classes at the beach, culinary competitions, and documentary production workshops, enriching their Lisbon experience.

A Three-City Academic Adventure

After Lisbon, students move to Paris, staying at the Cité Internationale Universitaire, and then to Berlin, where studies continue in a coworking space in Kreuzberg. This journey offers students a broad perspective on international cultures and education systems.

Forward College's innovative approach, combining academic rigor with personal development and international exposure, sets a new standard in higher education, attracting students from diverse backgrounds, including now, royalty.