In 2023, Canada led the global male tertiary education level attainment at 56.31%, followed closely by South Korea at 56.11%. Ireland and Australia showed strong growth patterns, with year-on-year upticks of 3.09% and 2.84% respectively. Israel and Norway observed more modest gains. Over the past five years, countries like Finland and France have demonstrated significant advancements in this educational metric. Conversely, Colombia and the Czech Republic lagged behind, highlighting ongoing developmental disparities across nations.
Looking ahead, increased digital learning access and international collaborations may boost tertiary attainment, particularly in emerging economies. Policymakers focusing on education quality and affordability could further bridge existing education gaps globally.
Top countries in Male Tertiary Education Level Attainment by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Persons Aged 25-64 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Canada | 56.31 | 2023 | +1.6% | +1.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 56.11 | 2023 | +1.6% | +1.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 50.16 | 2023 | +2.59% | +3.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Australia | 46.52 | 2023 | +2.29% | +2.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Israel | 45.91 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 42.61 | 2023 | +2.1% | +2.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 40.62 | 2023 | +0.84% | +0.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 39.43 | 2023 | +2.34% | +2.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 39 | 2023 | +1.14% | +1.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 38.73 | 2023 | +1.78% | +2.26% | View data |
