Private Tutoring Costs for Tunisian Baccalaureate Candidates Reach Alarming Levels

In Tunisia, the cost of private tutoring for baccalaureate candidates can be extremely high, with some families spending up to 15,000 dinars per year, according to Ridha Zahrouni, president of the Association of Parents of Students.

In an interview with Jawhara Fm, Zahrouni revealed that a document provided by a mother of a student showed that this amount was spent on private tutoring for her son in preparation for the baccalaureate exam. He noted that monthly expenses for private tutoring can reach 2,000 dinars per student, highlighting the magnitude of the phenomenon and its growing impact on family budgets.

Moreover, Zahrouni estimated that the actual baccalaureate pass rate would be significantly lower than the official figures. Based on the number of students enrolled in first-year basic education at the same age, taking into account school dropouts that occurred during the course, he estimated that the pass rate would be around 20%. In contrast, official pass rates, typically ranging from 50% to 60%, are based solely on the number of candidates who actually took the exam, he explained.

The Burden of Private Tutoring on Families

The high cost of private tutoring has become a significant burden on families, with some spending a small fortune to ensure their children's success in the baccalaureate exam. This phenomenon has sparked concerns about the fairness and accessibility of education in Tunisia.

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