Over 203,000 candidates to sit for baccalaureate exam

The number of students who will taking this year the Baccalaureate examination (end of secondary education) stands at 230,659, marking an increase of 35.66% compared to the June 2002 session.

Candidates from public schools account for 75.22% (173,503) while those from private schools reach 1,216 and 55,940 candidates are independent (not enrolled in high schools).