The analysis of the Global Number of Nurses Graduates by Country highlights notable disparities. The United States leads with 227,480 graduates, followed by Japan and South Korea. Countries like Greece and Belgium, however, have seen declines. Notably, Australia and Poland achieved notable growth rates of 6.49% and 7.1% respectively, showcasing efficient healthcare education systems. In contrast, Italy and France's numbers declined moderately. Over the last five years, variable trends have emerged globally, indicating diverse influences shaping nurse graduation rates.
Future trends to watch include increasing graduation numbers in developing nations due to investments in healthcare education and the potential impact of technological advancements on nursing education efficiency and enrollment capacities. Monitoring how demographic shifts and policy adjustments impact educational participation rates will be crucial.
Top countries in Number of Nurses Graduates by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 227,480 | 2023 | +1.48% | +1.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 65,300 | 2023 | -0.44% | -0.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 57,040 | 2023 | +2.33% | +1.44% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Australia | 32,860 | 2023 | +4.99% | +6.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 24,700 | 2023 | +0.25% | -0.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Mexico | 24,280 | 2023 | +8.61% | +4.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 22,030 | 2023 | +2.96% | +3.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 12,780 | 2023 | +4.6% | +7.1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 9,800 | 2023 | -1.67% | -2.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 8,440 | 2023 | +3.83% | +3.28% | View data |