The online learning ecosystem has grown substantially since inception. In fact, since its “birth”, participation in e-learning has skyrocketed by well over 900%. And now, according to Spherical Insights, the global online learning market is expected to be worth over $1.5 trillion by 2033![1]
Here’s 11 quick stats every institution that offers online degree programs should know:[2]
60 million: The estimated size of the global online student body in the coming years.
30%: Nearly 1-in-3 American students have taken at least one online class.
52%: For online grad courses, women enroll at a higher rate (52%) than men.
63%: The portion of students who study online due to flexibility.
42%: Of online students, almost half are over the age of 30.
60%: The reduction in study time as reported by students when learning online.
80%: The percentage of students who say digital tech helps with better grades.
60%: Of online students, the majority say it helps with learning soft skills.
41%: Almost half of grad students prefer an online education to brick-and-mortar.
95%: Nearly every online student recommends virtual learning.
36%: Over a third of online students say completing courses is easier online than in person.
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[1] Global E-learning Market Size To Worth USD 1515.97 Billion
[2] Online Learning Statistics: The Ultimate List in 2025 | Devlin Peck