20,755 School Dropouts vs. 151,700 Qualified Students Denied University Admission
Posted on July 27th, 2025

By Jayantha Herath

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On Thursday, Parliament disclosed that 20,755 students dropped out of school in 2024, citing the need to close certain schools. However, it overlooked a more critical issue: the denial of university admission to 151,700 qualified students. This alarming figure highlights the urgent need to expand higher education infrastructure and increase funding, rather than limiting access. The failure to address this gap risks deepening educational inequality and stalling national progress.

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