Higher Education Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Learning Mode (Offline, Online), By Course (Master’s, PhD), By Revenue Source (Tuition Fees, Investment Returns), By Institution (Public, Private), And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030

Higher Education Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Learning Mode (Offline, Online), By Course (Master’s, PhD), By Revenue Source (Tuition Fees, Investment Returns), By Institution (Public, Private), And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030


Higher Education Market Growth & Trends

The global higher education market size is expected to reach USD 1,569.37 billion by 2030 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.1% from 2024 to 2030, according to a recent report from Grand View Research, Inc. This growth can be attributed to rapid technological progress that has altered the market. The extensive use of online learning platforms and digital technologies improves accessibility, attracts students worldwide, and broadens the reach of higher education. Evolution of workforce dynamics, such as the emergence of gig economy employment and the need for continual upskilling, contribute to a consistent need for higher education programs that meet the needs of developing industries. Blockchain technology is being incorporated to verify academic qualifications in a secure and transparent approach.

It aids in fraud prevention and improving efficiency of processes involving credential verification during enrollment or hiring. The storage and availability of educational resources are being transformed by cloud computing. It allows for seamless communication between students and professors, remote access to learning materials, and institutional flexibility. Smart classroom technology, such as smart projection devices, interactive whiteboards, wireless presentations, and lecture recording systems, improves the teaching and learning experience. Students use lecture recordings to review course material for better understanding. Moreover, the fast adoption of online learning demands institutions' rapid adaptation to new technologies and instructional methodologies, necessitating significant investments in technological infrastructure and faculty training.

The shifting employment market will increase the requirement for ongoing upskilling and retraining. Higher education institutions will play a vital part in providing possibilities for lifelong learning by delivering programs that adapt to changing market needs. For strategic decision-making, universities in this market will increasingly rely on data analytics. Data-driven insights will inform institutional plans and improve efficiency, from enrollment management to tailored learning interventions. EdTech will continue to be important in the market. Recognizing the importance of maintaining a healthy and supportive learning environment, universities and institutions will invest in assistance services and mental health programs in the forecasted period.

Higher Education Market Report Highlights
  • The online segment is expected to register the highest CAGR of over 13% from 2024 to 2030. Online education will have more emphasis on personalized learning pathways. AI-powered adaptive learning platforms will personalize information to specific student needs, enhancing the learning experience
  • The masters segment is expected to register the highest CAGR of around 14% from 2024 to 2030. Master's degree programs will continue to shift toward blended learning approaches that combine online and in-person courses. Advanced technology will be incorporated progressively into master’s degree programs
  • The grants, contracts, and gifts segment is expected to register the highest CAGR of over 12.5% from 2024 to 2030. Grants, contracts, and gifts will be used to support research and innovation. Fundraising activities will undergo a digital transformation in coming years. Grants and contributions will help institutions establish innovation hubs and entrepreneurship initiatives
  • The private segment is expected to register the highest CAGR of 12.5% over the forecast period due to major focus on customized learning experiences. In addition, private higher education aims to investigate alternate certification methods to provide learners with more open pathways
  • Asia Pacific is expected to register the highest CAGR of 13.3% from 2024 to 2030. Private higher education providers will continue to grow in the APAC region. These educational institutions will contribute to meeting the increased demand for higher education by providing different programs and flexible learning substitutes to a diverse range of students
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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Methodology Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Information procurement
1.2.1. Purchased database
1.2.2. GVR’s internal database
1.2.3. Secondary sources & third-party perspectives
1.2.4. Primary research
1.3. Information analysis
1.3.1. Data analysis models
1.4. Market formulation & data visualization
1.5. Data validation & publishing
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Higher Education Market - Market Snapshot, 2018 - 2030
2.2. Higher Education Market - Learning Mode Snapshot, 2018 - 2030
2.3. Higher Education Market - Course Snapshot, 2018 - 2030
2.4. Higher Education Market - Revenue Source Snapshot, 2018 - 2030
2.5. Higher Education Market - Institution Snapshot, 2018 - 2030
2.6. Higher Education Market - Competitive Snapshot, 2018 - 2030
Chapter 3. Higher Education Market Variables, Trends & Scope
3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.1.1. Parent Market Outlook
3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.3. Market Dynamics
3.3.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.3.2. Market Restraint/Challenge Analysis
3.3.3. Market Opportunity Analysis
3.4. Business Environment Analysis Tools
3.4.1. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
3.4.2. PEST Analysis
Chapter 4. Higher Education Market: Learning Mode Outlook
4.1. Higher Education Market Share by Learning Mode, 2023 & 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
4.2. Online
4.2.1. Market size estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
4.3. Offline
4.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
Chapter 5. Higher Education Market: Course Outlook
5.1. Higher Education Market Share by Course, 2023 & 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
5.2. Undergraduate
5.2.1. Market size estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
5.3. Master's
5.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
5.4. PhD
5.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
Chapter 6. Higher Education Market: Revenue Source Outlook
6.1. Higher Education Market Share by Revenue Source, 2023 & 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
6.2. Tution fees
6.2.1. Market size estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
6.3. Grants, Contracts, and Gifts
6.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
6.4. Investment Returns
6.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
6.5. Others
6.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
Chapter 7. Higher Education Market: Institution Outlook
7.1. Higher Education Market Share by Institution, 2023 & 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
7.2. Public
7.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
7.2.2. State Universities
7.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
7.2.3. Government Colleges
7.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
7.2.4. Others
7.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
7.3. Private
7.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
7.3.2. Private Colleges
7.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
7.3.3. Community Colleges
7.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
7.3.4. Others
7.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
Chapter 8. Higher Education Market: Regional Outlook
8.1. Higher Education Market Share by Region, 2023 & 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2. North America
8.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.6. U.S.
8.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.6.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.6.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.6.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.6.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.7. Canada
8.2.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.7.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.7.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.7.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.2.7.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3. Europe
8.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.6. UK
8.3.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.6.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.6.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.6.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.6.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.7. Germany
8.3.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.7.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.7.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.7.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.7.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.8. France
8.3.8.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.8.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.8.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.8.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.8.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.9. Italy
8.3.9.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.9.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.9.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.9.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.9.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.10. Spain
8.3.10.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.10.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.10.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.10.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.3.10.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4. Asia Pacific
8.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.6. China
8.4.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.6.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.6.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.6.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.6.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.7. India
8.4.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.7.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.7.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.7.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.7.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.8. Japan
8.4.8.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.8.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.8.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.8.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.8.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.9. Australia
8.4.9.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.9.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.9.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.9.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.9.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.10. South Korea
8.4.10.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.10.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.10.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.10.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.4.10.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5. Latin America
8.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.6. Brazil
8.5.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.6.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.6.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.6.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.6.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.7. Mexico
8.5.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.7.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.7.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.7.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.7.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.8. Argentina
8.5.8.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.8.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.8.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.8.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.5.8.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6. Middle East & Africa
8.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.6. U.A.E.
8.6.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.6.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.6.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.6.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.6.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.7. Saudi Arabia
8.6.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.7.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.7.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.7.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.7.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.8. South Africa
8.6.8.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.8.2. Market estimates and forecast by learning mode, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.8.3. Market estimates and forecast by course, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.8.4. Market estimates and forecast by revenue source, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
8.6.8.5. Market estimates and forecast by institution, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Billion)
Chapter 9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. Company Categorization (Mature Players, Emerging Players)
9.2. Company Share Analysis, 2023
9.3. Heat Map Analysis
9.4. Strategy Mapping
9.5. Company Profiles (Overview, Financial Performance, Product Overview, Strategic Initiatives)
9.5.1. California Institute of Technology
9.5.2. Columbia University
9.5.3. Imperial College London
9.5.4. Massachusetts Institute of Technology
9.5.5. Peking University
9.5.6. Stanford University
9.5.7. Tsinghua University
9.5.8. The President and Fellows of Harvard College
9.5.9. The Trustees of Princeton University
9.5.10. The University of Tokyo
9.5.11. University of Cape Town
9.5.12. University College London UCL
9.5.13. University of Oxford
9.5.14. University of the Andes
9.5.15. University of Pennsylvania
9.5.16. Yale University

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