Cameroon Tertiary Enrollment
School enrollment, tertiary (% gross) SE.TER.ENRR
Cameroon's tertiary enrollment was 16.70% in 2025, ranked 119th globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1971–2025.
Overview
Cameroon's tertiary enrollment stood at 16.70% in 2025, a rise of +0.04pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 16.70% by 2025. Cameroon ranked 119th globally.
Cameroon's tertiary enrollment rate has experienced a substantial increase over the past four decades, with the percentage of population with tertiary education rising from a mere 0.51% in 1971 to a peak of 17.30% in 2015. The country's growth trajectory has been steady, with a slight dip in recent years, as evidenced by the current rate of 16.70%. This rate ranks Cameroon 119th globally, placing it behind peer countries like Samoa, which boasts a higher rate of 17.96%. Despite the progress made, Cameroon still lags behind other regional nations, such as Botswana, which boasts a tertiary enrollment rate of 20.47%. The country's tertiary education sector faces challenges related to accessibility and quality, which may hinder further growth in the coming years. To alter the trajectory, increased investment in education infrastructure and innovative programs would be necessary to boost enrollment rates and ensure that Cameroon's growth is sustainable and inclusive.
Data & projection
| Year | Tertiary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 16.92% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 16.81% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 16.70% | - | - |
| 2025 | 16.70% | +0.04pp | #119 |
| 2024 | 16.66% | +0.62pp | #47 |
| 2023 | 16.04% | −0.40pp | #109 |
| 2022 | 16.44% | −0.72pp | #109 |
| 2021 | 17.16% | +1.61pp | #110 |
| 2020 | 15.55% | +0.50pp | #113 |
| 2019 | 15.05% | +0.51pp | #112 |
| 2018 | 14.54% | +1.56pp | #113 |
| 2017 | 12.98% | +0.28pp | #116 |
| 2016 | 12.70% | −4.59pp | #116 |
| 2015 | 17.30% | +0.54pp | #113 |
| 2014 | 16.75% | +0.98pp | #106 |
| 2013 | 15.77% | +2.23pp | #102 |
| 2012 | 13.54% | +1.03pp | #106 |
| 2011 | 12.51% | +0.94pp | #103 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cameroon matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2007. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw tertiary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cameroon's tertiary enrollment was 16.70% in 2025. Ranked 119th globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from the previous year.
Cameroon's tertiary enrollment peaked at 17.30% in 2015.
The lowest tertiary enrollment in Cameroon was 0.51% in 1971.
Cameroon ranks 119th globally in tertiary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.TER.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cameroon's tertiary enrollment is projected to reach 16.70% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The tertiary enrollment of Cameroon in 2025 was 16.70%. This ranks 119th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cameroon_tertiary-enrollment,
title = {Cameroon Tertiary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cameroon/tertiary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}