What percentage of people go to University straight after High School?

In the United States, approximately 65% of high school graduates go on to pursue higher education at either a four-year university, a community college, or a trade school. Of these, about 35% enroll in a four-year university directly after high school. The remaining 30% either attend a community college first or take some time off before pursuing higher education.

The percentage of high school graduates who go on to university can vary depending on factors such as socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, and location. For example, in 2018, the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) reported that 77% of white students and 58% of black students graduated from high school with a college-preparatory diploma, which is typically required for admission to a four-year university. Additionally, students from families with higher incomes are more likely to go to college than students from families with lower incomes.

It's important to note that these figures are averages and can vary significantly from state to state and from school to school.