Many members of the Royal Family have attended university but who is the smartest royal? New research conducted by Oxford Royale, has revealed Meghan Markle is officially the most intelligent member of the Royal Family. So where do the other royal members place?
The research, analysed QS World University Rankings on everything from academic reputation to the faculty-to-student ratio for the institutions attended by key members of the UK Royal Family, to discover which royal is the brightest of all.
As for where Kate Middleton sits on the list, she is part of the royal power couple when it comes to intelligence.
Kate and Prince William placed second and third on the list of most intelligent royals.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge met and started dating when Kate was studying History of Art and William studying Geography at the University of St Andrews.
Lady Kitty Spencer, who is the daughter of Princess Diana’s brother, Earl Spencer, is also the only royal on the list to have a master’s degree making her the most academically qualified royal on the list.
A spokesperson for Oxford Royale commented on the findings: “Life as a royal isn’t always an easy job and involves a lot of dealing with extensive scrutiny and life in the public spotlight, and Meghan Markle’s academic strengths have equipped her perfectly for this role.
“While the Duke and Duchess of Sussex may have resigned from their roles as working royals, they have captured the interest and attention of the world, and Meghan’s desire to use her platform to raise awareness over serious world issues reflects her intelligence, analytical mind and educational pedigree.”
The top 10 most intelligent royals:
1. Meghan Markle, Northwestern University, QS University ranking: 30
2. Kate Middleton, University of St Andrews, QS University ranking: 91
3. Prince William, University of St Andrews, QS University ranking: 91
4. Princess Eugenie, Newcastle University, QS University ranking: 134
5. Peter Phillips, Exeter University, QS University ranking: 149
6. Zara Tindall, Exeter University, QS University ranking: 149
7. Princess Anne, University of Aberdeen, QS University ranking: 205
8. Lady Kitty Spencer, University of Cape Town, QS University ranking: 226
9. Camilla Parker Bowles, SOAS University of London, QS University ranking: 391
10. Princess Beatrice, Goldsmiths, University of London, QS University ranking: 461