Lifestyle
Peru — Living: Education
Education indicators for Peru, from World Bank Open Data: government expenditure on education 4.4 % of GDP (2024); school enrolment, primary 113 % gross (2024); school enrolment, secondary 108 % gross (2024); school enrolment, tertiary 71 % gross (2017); adult literacy rate 93.7 % of people aged 15+ (2024).
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceWorld Bank — World Development Indicators (World Bank Open Data)Last reviewed: 2026-10-18
Key facts
- Government expenditure on education: 4.4 % of GDP (2024)
- School enrolment, primary: 113 % gross (2024)
- School enrolment, secondary: 108 % gross (2024)
- School enrolment, tertiary: 71 % gross (2017)
- Adult literacy rate: 93.7 % of people aged 15+ (2024)
Steps
- Adult Education — Several institutions offer adult education programs, but specific programs and requirements are unknown.
- International Schools — International schools in Peru may follow different curricula and have varying admission requirements, but specific information is not available.
- Higher Education — Admission to higher education in Peru typically requires a 'bachillerato' and may involve entrance exams, but specific requirements are not known.
Costs
- University tuition: varies by institution
- Private school fees: varies by institution
Timelines
- Higher education duration: typically 4-6 years
Required documents
- Birth certificate
- Identity document
- Secondary school transcripts
Common mistakes
- Assuming Peru's education system follows the same structure as the US or other countries
- Not researching specific requirements for international schools and higher education programs
What these figures do not cover
Gross enrolment ratios can exceed 100% because they count pupils of any age against the school-age population. These are national statistics. International schools, fees, admissions, curricula and school calendars are not covered here.