In 2023, Singapore led the global share of men having at least completed post-secondary education at 65.18%, followed by the United Arab Emirates with 56.09% and South Africa at 53.25%. While UAE showed a slight decline of 0.15%, South Africa surged by 10.18%. Other notable increases were seen in Singapore by 1.55% and Portugal by 6.18%. Germany and Australia exhibited modest growth at 2.1% and 2.51%, respectively. Countries like Mali, however, experienced a decline of 2.98%.
Future trends suggest a continued increase in educational attainment in various countries, driven by global initiatives promoting higher education access and reform. Africa and Asia, in particular, might experience noticeable improvements as educational policies evolve and investments enhance academic infrastructure.
Top countries in Share of Men Having at Least Completed Post-Secondary Education by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Men Aged 25+ | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Singapore | 65.18 | 2023 | +1.42% | +1.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Arab Emirates | 56.09 | 2023 | +1.59% | -0.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Africa | 53.25 | 2023 | +3.58% | +10.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Australia | 49.19 | 2023 | +1.94% | +2.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Latvia | 42.43 | 2023 | +2.4% | +4.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 41.79 | 2023 | +1.25% | +2.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Andorra | 40.2 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 8 | 8 Norway | 38.03 | 2023 | +0.38% | +0.44% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 37.12 | 2023 | +0.87% | +0.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Malta | 36.78 | 2023 | +2.9% | +2.48% | View data |
