From a global perspective - which country has the most students actively enrolled in college or university?
According to the most recent data from the Institute of International Education and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, the country with the highest number of tertiary (college and university) students is China. As a rapidly growing economic powerhouse with a strong emphasis on education, China's enrollment numbers for higher education have been increasing dramatically. Its investments in the education sector have paid off with a high enrollment rate in colleges and universities.
However, it's important to note that these statistics can change from year to year, as factors such as population, education policies, and economic conditions can affect the number of people pursuing higher education in each country. Also, keep in mind that the total number of students doesn't necessarily reflect the quality of education, but China has been working to improve the quality of its higher education institutions as well.
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