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Cyprus Sets The Benchmark: 74% Of Master’s Students Are Women In 2022

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 4, 2025

Cyprus is rewriting the rulebook on higher education in the European Union. According to Eurostat data, the island nation recorded the highest percentage of women in master’s programs among EU member states in 2022 while also boasting one of the strongest showings in doctoral studies.

Master’s Programs: A New Standard In Gender Equality

In 2022, Cyprus enrolled 9,359 master’s (or equivalent) students, of whom 6,948 were women—a striking 74.2%. This figure outpaces other EU nations, with Poland (67.3%) and Lithuania (66.1%) trailing behind. Across the EU, women make up 58.6% of master’s students (905,678 out of 1.5 million), a majority in every country except Luxembourg, where gender parity prevails.

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Doctoral Studies: Climbing The Ladder

Cyprus isn’t stopping at master’s programs. At the doctoral level, 83 out of 143 students in 2022 were female (58.0%), placing Cyprus second only to Latvia (59.6%) and ahead of Lithuania (57.4%). In comparison, the EU-wide average stands at 48.5% (48,079 out of 99,204).

A Decade Of Progress

Over the past decade, the EU has seen a slight decline of 0.4 percentage points in the share of women in master’s studies—driven by modest decreases in 12 countries, ranging from -0.1 in Slovenia to -3.6% in Hungary. In stark contrast, the share of women in doctoral studies has grown by 1.0 percentage point overall, with Cyprus registering the most impressive surge: an 8.0 percentage point increase from 2013 to 2022.

Implications For The Future

These figures highlight Cyprus as a leader in fostering gender equality in higher education, a crucial factor for driving future innovation and leadership. With such a robust commitment to empowering women at the highest academic levels, Cyprus is not only setting a benchmark for the EU but also paving the way for a more diverse and dynamic knowledge economy.

As the global spotlight increasingly focuses on diversity and inclusion, Cyprus’ standout performance in both master’s and doctoral studies signals a promising shift toward a more balanced and innovative future in higher education.

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Cyprus Records 3.1M Guest Nights In Q3 2025

Cyprus recorded 3.1 million guest nights in short-term rental accommodation in the third quarter of 2025, according to Eurostat. The data reflect bookings made through online platforms.

Record Performance In Q3 2025

Between July and September 2025, guest nights reached 3,104,502 across platforms, including Airbnb, Booking.com, and Expedia. The volume highlights the role of digital booking platforms in Cyprus’s tourism sector.

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Continental Trends Bolstering Digital Tourism

Across the EU, short-term rental activity also increased. In the fourth quarter of 2025, total guest nights reached 172.30 million, up 10.90% compared to the same period in 2024 and 30.20% higher than in 2023. For the full year, online platforms accounted for 951.60 million nights in 2025, representing an increase of 11.40% year on year and 32.40% compared to 2023.

Regional Destinations And Competitive Dynamics

Tourism activity remains concentrated in southern European regions. Croatia’s Jadranska Hrvatska recorded 27.70 million guest nights, followed by Spain’s Andalucia with 19.50 million and France’s Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur with 16.90 million. Cyprus is not among the top 20 EU regions by volume, though its figures remain notable relative to its size.

Economic Implications And Forward Outlook

Tourism continues to play a key role in Cyprus’s economy, with online platforms accounting for a growing share of bookings. Eurostat data indicate continued expansion in digital tourism, with implications for policy planning and investment across the sector.