The 2023 data indicates a diverse landscape in the global share of men with tertiary education. Saudi Arabia leads with 67.57%, reflecting an increase of 3.43% from the previous year, highlighting its strong education development agenda. Other notable increases include Ireland at 3.82%, Slovenia at 4.98%, and Portugal at 6.5%, suggesting focused efforts on education. Meanwhile, South Africa saw a decline of 2.88%, suggesting possible educational system challenges. On average, countries like Australia, Lithuania, and Brazil have shown consistent educational advancements over recent years.
Future trends to watch include increasing investment in educational infrastructure, the impact of digital transformation in learning methods, and potential shifts in global education policy influencing tertiary education enrollments. Particularly, countries with lower current education shares may prioritize initiatives to enhance access to tertiary education, aiming for improved global competitiveness.
Top countries in Share of Men with Tertiary Education by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Men Aged 25-65 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Saudi Arabia | 67.57 | 2023 | +2.96% | +3.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 55.48 | 2023 | +1.75% | +1.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 55.02 | 2023 | +0.14% | +1.52% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 51.99 | 2023 | +2.99% | +3.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 50.34 | 2023 | +1.73% | +2.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 47.35 | 2023 | -0.2% | -0.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Australia | 46.97 | 2023 | +2.01% | +3.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United States | 46.36 | 2023 | +0.9% | +0.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 44.23 | 2023 | +1.41% | +2.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 42.75 | 2023 | +1.26% | +1.82% | View data |
