财政部：“十四五”时期我国建成世界上最大规模的教育体系

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Finance announced that during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, China has built the world's largest education system, significantly enhancing the quality and accessibility of education through increased financial investment and structural improvements [1][2][3]. Investment Growth - National fiscal education funding is expected to exceed 25 trillion yuan during the "14th Five-Year Plan," representing a 38% increase compared to the "13th Five-Year Plan" [1]. - The proportion of national fiscal education funding to GDP has remained above 4% for over a decade [1]. Structural Optimization - Central fiscal transfers for compulsory education reached 1.1 trillion yuan, ensuring over half of the national education funding is allocated to compulsory education [2]. - More than 80% of central fiscal education transfers are directed to the central and western regions, improving educational conditions [2]. - By 2024, 86% of full-time teachers in compulsory education will hold a bachelor's degree or higher, an increase of approximately 12 percentage points from the end of the "13th Five-Year Plan" [2]. Student Support Policies - The central government allocates around 130 billion yuan annually for national scholarships and grants, benefiting approximately 150 million students [2]. - Recent adjustments to student financial aid have significantly increased the standards and number of scholarships, impacting 34 million students [2]. Quality and Efficiency of Investment - The Ministry of Finance emphasizes both hardware and software investments in education, improving school facilities and teaching quality [3]. - Nationwide campus internet access has reached 100%, enhancing educational resources [3]. - China produces over 5 million STEM graduates annually, leading globally in this area [3]. - The government is exploring differentiated funding for vocational education based on professional categories, aligning educational programs with industry needs [3].