Impediments towards Enlarging Access to Qualitative Tertiary Education in Nigeria

Abstract

This paper considered the meaning of tertiary education. It equally examined the trend of access to tertiary education in Nigeria. Similarly, the impediments to access to tertiary education in Nigeria were also discussed. These include the quota system, carrying capacity, poor funding, poor socio-economic background and sex discrimination. The efforts by government to increase access were also presented. The paper highlighted some recommendation which when implemented will increase access to qualitative tertiary education. In conclusion, the paper emphasized the need for government to give top priority to reforming the educational system as to ameliorate the situation and enlarge access to qualitative tertiary education.