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Countries that spend the most (and the least) on education

The percentage of the GDP dedicated to education

Countries that spend the most (and the least) on education
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Daniela Ayoub
08/05/2025 13:30 ‧ 1 week ago | StarsInsider

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National investment in education spending varies from country to country. The reasons for this are sometimes deeply political, while others are cultural.

Wealthier countries have more to invest in education, but that isn’t always reflected in the percentage of their GDP dedicated to education spending. The data speaks for itself, and it’s definitely surprising, with tiny island nations dominating some top spots.

Where does your nation rank? Click through the gallery to find out.

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