Middle Eastern country of 45 million, cradle of Mesopotamian civilization. Modern history marked by wars and reconstruction. Universities include University of Baghdad. Many students study abroad in Jordan, Turkey, and Europe.
Caribbean island of 2.8 million, known for reggae, athletics, and vibrant culture. Universities include University of the West Indies (Mona Campus). Many students study abroad in the US, UK, and Canada.
Middle Eastern country of 11 million, known for Petra and Dead Sea. Universities include University of Jordan. Attracts international students from the Arab world, especially in medicine and engineering.
Central Asian country of 19.6 million, rich in oil and minerals. Former Soviet republic with growing higher education sector. Universities include Nazarbayev University and Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. Attracts students from Central Asia.
East African country of 55 million, known for wildlife and diverse cultures. Universities include University of Nairobi and Kenyatta University. Attracts regional students, especially in agriculture and medicine.
Pacific island nation of 130,000, vulnerable to climate change. Higher education is limited, with University of the South Pacific extension centers. Many students study abroad in Fiji and Australia.
Gulf state of 4.3 million, oil-rich with modern infrastructure. Universities include Kuwait University. Many students study abroad in the US, UK, and Egypt.
Central Asian country of 6.8 million, mountainous and historically on the Silk Road. Universities include Kyrgyz National University and Osh State University. Attracts international students in medicine, especially from South Asia.
Southeast Asian country of 7.6 million, landlocked and known for Buddhist culture. Universities include National University of Laos. Many students study abroad in Vietnam and Thailand.
Baltic nation of 1.8 million, EU and NATO member. Universities include University of Latvia and Riga Technical University. Attracts international students in medicine and IT.
Middle Eastern country of 5.3 million, with a rich Phoenician and Arab heritage. Known for cultural diversity and resilience despite crises. Universities include American University of Beirut and Lebanese University. Attracts international students from the Arab world.
Mountainous Southern African kingdom of 2.3 million, entirely landlocked within South Africa. Known as the 'Kingdom in the Sky.' Universities include National University of Lesotho. Many students study in South Africa.
West African country of 5.5 million, founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century. Known for its rubber industry and civil war history. Universities include University of Liberia. Many students study abroad in the US.
North African country of 6.9 million, rich in oil reserves. History marked by Italian colonization and Gaddafi's rule. Universities include University of Tripoli. Many students study abroad in Europe.
Tiny Alpine principality of 40,000, between Switzerland and Austria. Known for banking and high living standards. Higher education includes University of Liechtenstein. Many students study abroad in Switzerland and Germany.
Island nation off East Africa with 30 million people. Known for unique biodiversity. Universities include University of Antananarivo. Many students study abroad in France.
Landlocked Southern African country of 21 million, known as the 'Warm Heart of Africa.' Universities include University of Malawi. Many students study abroad in South Africa.
Indian Ocean archipelago of 520,000, famous for tourism. Higher education is limited, with Maldives National University as the main institution. Many students study abroad in Sri Lanka and India.
