Viet Nam Tertiary Enrollment
School enrollment, tertiary (% gross) SE.TER.ENRR
Viet Nam's tertiary enrollment was 40.26% in 2025, ranked 91st globally. This represents a 7.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1976–2025.
Overview
Viet Nam's tertiary enrollment stood at 40.26% in 2025, a rise of +2.66pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 40.26% by 2025. Viet Nam ranked 91st globally.
Vietnam’s tertiary enrollment has risen dramatically from a mere 1.68 % in 1976 to 40.26 % in 2025, placing the country 91st globally. The steepest ascent occurred after the early‑1990s trough of 1.63 % in 1992, reflecting expansive higher‑education reforms and rising household incomes. The all‑time peak of 44.75 % was recorded in 2022, after which enrollment slipped slightly, suggesting capacity constraints or demographic shifts. Compared with peers of similar rank, Vietnam’s rate is marginally below the Maldives (41.17 %) and the Marshall Islands (40.20 %) but above Brunei Darussalam (38.12 %). The 41‑year coverage shows a persistent upward trajectory, yet the recent modest decline signals the need for policies that expand university slots and improve quality to sustain growth. Continued investment in tertiary capacity and alignment with labor‑market demands will be crucial to prevent a reversal of the long‑term expansion trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Tertiary Enrollment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 42.00% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 41.13% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 40.26% | - | - |
| 2025 | 40.26% | +2.66pp | #91 |
| 2024 | 37.59% | +4.75pp | #33 |
| 2023 | 32.84% | −11.91pp | #88 |
| 2022 | 44.75% | +2.80pp | #79 |
| 2021 | 41.96% | +11.73pp | #84 |
| 2019 | 30.22% | +4.27pp | #90 |
| 2017 | 25.95% | −3.13pp | #97 |
| 2016 | 29.08% | −0.64pp | #94 |
| 2015 | 29.73% | −1.61pp | #93 |
| 2014 | 31.33% | +5.71pp | #83 |
| 2013 | 25.62% | −0.12pp | #84 |
| 2012 | 25.75% | −0.12pp | #87 |
| 2011 | 25.87% | +1.94pp | #80 |
| 2010 | 23.93% | +2.42pp | #81 |
| 2009 | 21.50% | +1.45pp | #84 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Viet Nam matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2020. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw tertiary enrollment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Viet Nam's tertiary enrollment was 40.26% in 2025. Ranked 91st globally. This represents a 7.1% increase from the previous year.
Viet Nam's tertiary enrollment peaked at 44.75% in 2022.
The lowest tertiary enrollment in Viet Nam was 1.63% in 1992.
Viet Nam ranks 91st globally in tertiary enrollment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SE.TER.ENRR. Data sourced from World Bank.
Viet Nam's tertiary enrollment is projected to reach 40.26% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The tertiary enrollment of Viet Nam in 2025 was 40.26%. This ranks 91st in the world.
Cite this page
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