In 2024, Singapore leads globally in the share of the population aged 25+ with post-secondary education completion at 61.59%, showing a consistent year-on-year increase of 2.01%. The United Arab Emirates and Australia also maintain strong positions at 55.98% and 53.41%, respectively, with minor fluctuations. South Africa experienced a significant jump of 12.22% in 2023, reaching 52.1% in 2024. Conversely, Germany and Norway remain stable at around 40% with modest growth, while Portugal's notable 5.66% rise signals expanding access to higher education. Countries like Azerbaijan, Laos, and especially Mali, with a drop of 3.12%, lag behind, indicating disparities.
Future trends to watch include demographic changes and governmental policies promoting higher education. Technological advancements and international collaborations may boost education access, reducing disparities. Countries investing in education infrastructure are likely to see accelerated growth in post-secondary education completion rates.
Top countries in Share of Population Having at Least Completed Post-Secondary Education by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Persons Aged 25+ | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Singapore | 61.59 | 2023 | +1.74% | +2.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Arab Emirates | 55.98 | 2023 | +0.63% | +0.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Australia | 53.41 | 2023 | +1.23% | +2.03% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Africa | 52.1 | 2023 | +2.66% | +12.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Latvia | 51.41 | 2023 | +2.15% | +3.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 41.65 | 2023 | +0.59% | +0.7% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 40.67 | 2023 | +1.94% | +2.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Andorra | 40.18 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Azerbaijan | 30.08 | 2023 | +0.031% | +0.014% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 26.63 | 2023 | +1.61% | +1.98% | View data |
