North Macedonia Tertiary Enrollment
School enrollment, tertiary (% gross) SE.TER.ENRR
North Macedonia's tertiary enrollment was 61.09% in 2025, ranked 58th globally. This represents a 11.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
North Macedonia's tertiary enrollment stood at 61.09% in 2025, a rise of +6.08pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 61.09% by 2025. North Macedonia ranked 58th globally.
North Macedonia’s tertiary enrollment rose from 22.41 % in 2000 to an all‑time peak of 61.09 % in 2025, placing the country 58th globally and positioning it between Hungary (60.40 %) and Fiji (63.07 %). The 38.68‑percentage‑point increase over 23 years reflects sustained expansion of higher‑education capacity, reforms that broadened access for under‑represented groups, and alignment with European Union accession benchmarks. While the growth rate accelerated after 2010, the pace has moderated in the last five years as enrollment approaches systemic limits such as university seat availability and labor‑market demand. Compared with peers, North Macedonia’s trajectory mirrors Hungary’s steady climb but lags behind the United Arab Emirates, where rapid investment has pushed enrollment above 66 %. Continued policy focus on expanding digital learning platforms and strengthening vocational pathways could sustain upward momentum, though demographic stagnation may temper future gains.
Data & projection
| Year | Tertiary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 64.39% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 61.09% | - | - |
| 2025 | 61.09% | +6.08pp | #58 |
| 2023 | 55.01% | +1.85pp | #60 |
| 2022 | 53.16% | +8.86pp | #70 |
| 2021 | 44.30% | +0.52pp | #78 |
| 2020 | 43.78% | +0.58pp | #80 |
| 2019 | 43.20% | −0.66pp | #77 |
| 2018 | 43.85% | +0.35pp | #78 |
| 2017 | 43.51% | +1.43pp | #77 |
| 2015 | 42.08% | +2.76pp | #78 |
| 2014 | 39.32% | +0.37pp | #76 |
| 2013 | 38.95% | −0.85pp | #70 |
| 2012 | 39.80% | +1.65pp | #69 |
| 2010 | 38.15% | −1.69pp | #59 |
| 2009 | 39.84% | +0.20pp | #55 |
| 2008 | 39.64% | +4.40pp | #53 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
North Macedonia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw tertiary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
North Macedonia's tertiary enrollment was 61.09% in 2025. Ranked 58th globally. This represents a 11.1% increase from the previous year.
North Macedonia's tertiary enrollment peaked at 61.09% in 2025.
The lowest tertiary enrollment in North Macedonia was 22.41% in 2000.
North Macedonia ranks 58th globally in tertiary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.TER.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
North Macedonia's tertiary enrollment is projected to reach 61.09% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The tertiary enrollment of North Macedonia in 2025 was 61.09%. This ranks 58th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_north-macedonia_tertiary-enrollment,
title = {North Macedonia Tertiary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/north-macedonia/tertiary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}