nuAug 31, 2026, 08:49

Princess Ariane begins studies at TU Delft, RVD shares new photos

Princess Ariane has officially started her studies at TU Delft after being accepted through the university's standard, highly competitive selection process. The princess follows in the academic footsteps of her late uncle, Prince Friso, and the royal family has requested privacy regarding her educational journey.

Princess Ariane, the youngest daughter of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima, has officially begun her university studies at TU Delft following a gap year. The princess was admitted to the university through a rigorous selection process, where only 11 percent of applicants were accepted. According to officials, she received no preferential treatment during her application and her status as a student is considered a private matter.

Her choice of study aligns her with the academic legacy of her late uncle, Prince Friso, who studied Aerospace Engineering at the same institution in the 1980s. While TU Delft has declined to comment on specific arrangements for her arrival to ensure her privacy, the university expressed its commitment to providing a secure and inspiring environment for all its students. Princess Ariane shared her enthusiasm regarding the opportunity during a public event in Dokkum earlier this year.

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