Education is the cornerstone of societal advancement, helping to enable innovation, economic growth, and overall prosperity. Access to tertiary education around the world plays a pivotal role in empowering individuals with knowledge and practical skills, promoting personal development, expanding career opportunities, and advancing societies at large.
In analyzing the world's most educated countries, we've focused on the percentage of the population completing tertiary education - a degree or certification completed beyond the high school level, including vocational training, undergraduate, and postgraduate studies.
Key findings from the data include:
The availability and attainment of tertiary education vary significantly across countries, influenced by factors such as economic status, government policies, cultural attitudes towards education, and more. This diversity underscores the importance of strengthening international cooperation and sharing best practices in education to ensure that opportunities for higher learning become more equitable and accessible worldwide.
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Year: 2023
Source: OECD (The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) Data