Enrollment/projections in U.S. 4-year postsecondary institutions 1970-2031, by gender
In 2021, there were approximately 4.6 million male and 6.16 million female students enrolled in 4-year postsecondary institutions across the United States. By 2031, these figures are projected to increase to 4.98 million and 6.57 million enrollments, respectively.