Costa Rica Education Spending Falls 20% of GDP Since 2017, Enrollment Down 7%

Costa Rica's education investment relative to GDP has dropped 20% since 2017, while enrollment fell only 7%, widening per-student funding gaps. The projected 2027 budget further deepens cuts, moving the country further from its constitutional 8% GDP requirement. Experts warn of deteriorating infrastructure and learning outcomes, signaling a sustained policy shift away from education funding.

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