Oman Tertiary Enrollment
School enrollment, tertiary (% gross) SE.TER.ENRR
Oman's tertiary enrollment was 43.84% in 2021, ranked 81st globally. This represents a 9.4% decrease from 2020. Data from World Bank, covering 2003–2021.
Overview
Oman's tertiary enrollment stood at 43.84% in 2021, a decline of +4.53pp from 2020. Oman ranked 81st globally.
Oman's tertiary enrollment rate has shown significant growth over the past two decades, rising from 14.33% in 2003 to an all-time peak of 48.38% in 2020 before slightly declining to 43.84% in 2021. This trend mirrors that of other developing economies, such as Mauritius, which has maintained a higher tertiary enrollment rate of 43.96% since 2019. Oman's improvement in tertiary enrollment suggests a more educated workforce, potentially leading to increased economic diversification and growth. The slight decline in 2021 may be attributed to the ongoing global economic uncertainty stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. As Oman continues to invest in education and diversify its economy, it is likely that the tertiary enrollment rate will stabilize and potentially increase in the coming years, driven by the government's efforts to develop a knowledge-based economy. However, any significant shifts in global economic trends or government policies could alter this trajectory and impact Oman's tertiary enrollment rate.
Data & projection
| Year | Tertiary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 43.84% | −4.53pp | #81 |
| 2020 | 48.38% | +3.20pp | #73 |
| 2019 | 45.17% | +0.22pp | #74 |
| 2018 | 44.95% | +1.38pp | #77 |
| 2017 | 43.58% | −3.25pp | #76 |
| 2016 | 46.82% | +1.63pp | #73 |
| 2015 | 45.19% | +4.01pp | #75 |
| 2014 | 41.18% | +6.03pp | #73 |
| 2013 | 35.15% | +3.59pp | #74 |
| 2011 | 31.56% | +3.70pp | #74 |
| 2010 | 27.85% | +5.88pp | #74 |
| 2009 | 21.97% | +1.52pp | #83 |
| 2008 | 20.45% | +0.04pp | #79 |
| 2007 | 20.41% | +1.18pp | #77 |
| 2006 | 19.23% | +2.12pp | #76 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Oman matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2013. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw tertiary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Oman's tertiary enrollment was 43.84% in 2021. Ranked 81st globally. This represents a 9.4% decrease from the previous year.
Oman's tertiary enrollment peaked at 48.38% in 2020.
The lowest tertiary enrollment in Oman was 14.33% in 2003.
Oman ranks 81st globally in tertiary enrollment as of 2021.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.TER.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
The tertiary enrollment of Oman in 2021 was 43.84%. This ranks 81st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_oman_tertiary-enrollment,
title = {Oman Tertiary Enrollment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/oman/tertiary-enrollment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}