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US States Ranked by Adult Education Levels
A new ranking identifies the most and least educated US states based on the percentage of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
28 May, 13:07 — 28 May, 13:07
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Business InsiderMostly Factual26d ago
The most and least educated US states, ranked by the share of adults with a bachelor's degree or higher
The US average of adults aged 25 and older with a bachelor's degree or higher is 36.8%. Leigh Trail/Shutterstock Educational attainment varied across the US and across educational levels. While some states prioritize advanced degrees, others have a higher share of associate degrees. Massachusetts had the highest share of adults with bachelor's degrees or higher in 2026. Access to higher education varies widely across the US. Some states and cities have an abundance of prestigious schools an...
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The most and least educated US states, ranked by the share of adults with a bachelor's degree or higher
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