As of 2021, about 8% of Latinas in the United States have earned a master's degree or higher. This figure aligns with data showing that among Latinos ages 25 and older, 7% held a graduate degree, with most holding a master's degree as their highest level of education
. More specifically:
- Nearly 2.5 million Latinos in the U.S. held advanced degrees (master's, professional, or doctoral) in 2021, with about 72% of them holding a master's degree
- Among Latinas, about 8% have a master's degree, and 1% have a doctoral degree
- Latinas have seen significant growth in higher education enrollment and degree attainment, especially at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), but still face challenges such as financial barriers and being first-generation college students
In summary, roughly 8% of Latinas aged 25 and older in the U.S. have a master's degree, reflecting both progress and ongoing challenges in educational attainment for this group
