Higher Education in Mongolia

Mongolia ranks 104th out of 193 countries in the Human Development Index, 101st out of 137 countries in the Global Competitiveness Index, 81st out of 190 countries in the Doing Business Index, and 111th out of 180 countries in the Corruption Perceptions Index. These rankings indicate that Mongolia continues to lag behind regional and global averages in terms of development. Rapid global socio-economic and technological changes demand more agile and comprehensive approaches in human capital development. Education is not only a key driver of 21st-century economic growth but also an expanding sector in itself. This study provides insights and recommendations for reforming education and science in Mongolia.