Ranking of nations with highest educational attainment levels
Top Countries with High Percentage of Adults with University Degrees, According to CBRE Research
In a recent study by CBRE Research, the countries with the highest percentage of adults aged 25 to 64 holding a university degree were revealed. The study, which did not specify the exact number of countries included, showed that Europe dominates the list, with six of the top ten countries having the highest proportions of adults with advanced education.
Leading the pack is Ireland, with an impressive 52% of its adult population holding a university degree. Close behind are Switzerland and Singapore, both boasting 46% and 45% respectively. The United States ranks lower on the list, with about 40% of adults holding a university degree, which translates to over 78 million individuals.
Interestingly, populous countries like India and China, despite having the highest absolute numbers of bachelor's degrees globally, have much lower percentages of adults with higher education in this study. India, for instance, has only a fraction of Ireland's percentage, while China's percentage is still lower than that of the US.
The chart published by Visual Capitalist focuses on adults between the ages of 25 and 64. This age range is significant as it represents the working population, and a high percentage of university degree holders in this age group could indicate a skilled and educated workforce.
Despite having a lower percentage of adults with higher education compared to countries like Ireland, Switzerland, Singapore, and Portugal, the US still has a significant number of individuals with higher education. This could be attributed to the large overall population of the US.
In conclusion, the study provides valuable insights into the global distribution of higher education. It highlights the importance of investing in education as a means to foster a skilled and educated workforce, and it serves as a call to action for countries with lower percentages to strive for improvement.
[1] CBRE Research (2023). Percentage of Adults with University Degrees in Various Countries. [2] Visual Capitalist (2023). Proportion of Adults with University Degrees in Various Countries.
- Portugal, also recognized as one of the EU countries with a high percentage of adults holding university degrees, ranks among those with a substantial proportion of adults with advanced education, according to the CBRE Research study.
- In the realm of education-and-self-development news, Portugal's inclusion in the top-performing countries in university degree ownership, as presented by CBRE Research, serves as a testament to the commitment towards general-news investment in fostering a skilled workforce.
