Brunei Darussalam Tertiary Enrollment
School enrollment, tertiary (% gross) SE.TER.ENRR
Brunei Darussalam's tertiary enrollment was 38.12% in 2025, ranked 93rd globally. This represents a 4.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1977–2025.
Overview
Brunei Darussalam's tertiary enrollment stood at 38.12% in 2025, a rise of +1.70pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 38.12% by 2025. Brunei Darussalam ranked 93rd globally.
Brunei Darussalam's tertiary enrollment rate has experienced significant growth over the past 36 years, rising from a low of 0.93% in 1983 to an all-time high of 38.12% in 2025. This upward trend indicates a substantial increase in access to higher education within the country. When compared to its peer countries, Brunei Darussalam's tertiary enrollment rate is lower than that of Marshall Islands, which ranks higher at 40.20%, but comparable to Egypt, Arab Republic of, at 38.04%. The steady growth in tertiary enrollment since 1977 suggests a positive trajectory for the country's human capital development. However, a decline in government spending on education or a shift in demographic trends could potentially alter this trajectory, and Brunei Darussalam would need to invest in its education infrastructure to maintain the current growth rate and ensure continued economic development.
Data & projection
| Year | Tertiary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 40.05% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 38.12% | - | - |
| 2025 | 38.12% | +1.70pp | #93 |
| 2023 | 36.42% | +5.23pp | #84 |
| 2022 | 31.19% | +3.77pp | #96 |
| 2021 | 27.43% | −1.77pp | #97 |
| 2020 | 29.20% | +1.42pp | #96 |
| 2019 | 27.77% | −0.16pp | #95 |
| 2018 | 27.93% | −3.31pp | #95 |
| 2017 | 31.24% | +2.58pp | #90 |
| 2016 | 28.66% | +0.00pp | #95 |
| 2015 | 28.66% | −1.42pp | #94 |
| 2014 | 30.08% | +6.61pp | #85 |
| 2013 | 23.46% | +1.39pp | #88 |
| 2012 | 22.07% | +4.65pp | #92 |
| 2011 | 17.43% | +2.09pp | #92 |
| 2010 | 15.33% | −1.23pp | #96 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Brunei Darussalam matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2019. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw tertiary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Brunei Darussalam's tertiary enrollment was 38.12% in 2025. Ranked 93rd globally. This represents a 4.7% increase from the previous year.
Brunei Darussalam's tertiary enrollment peaked at 38.12% in 2025.
The lowest tertiary enrollment in Brunei Darussalam was 0.93% in 1983.
Brunei Darussalam ranks 93rd globally in tertiary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.TER.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Brunei Darussalam's tertiary enrollment is projected to reach 38.12% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The tertiary enrollment of Brunei Darussalam in 2025 was 38.12%. This ranks 93rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_brunei-darussalam_tertiary-enrollment,
title = {Brunei Darussalam Tertiary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/brunei-darussalam/tertiary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}