12 Aug 2025
As the world navigates rapid advancements in technology, manages the growing impact of climate change, and faces geopolitical shifts, more students and families are turning to an international education. Today, Cambridge has begun releasing the results of its June 2025 exam series to over 680,000 students worldwide — a 9% increase over last year — reflecting this accelerating education trend toward global readiness.
Linked to the increased number of students, the number of exam entries has risen again this June to nearly 1.7 million. The growth is not only a testament to the academic quality of Cambridge programmes but also to a broader shift in what families and educators value: education that builds skills to work and study globally, fosters adaptability, and encourages critical engagement with real-world issues.
Cambridge International AS & A Level results released
Cambridge International AS & A Level results have been released today to more than 354,000 students in 3367 schools worldwide, opening doors to top universities and future-focused careers. The findings of Cambridge’s 2024 Student Destinations survey, published on 5 August, reveal that Cambridge International AS & A Level students are choosing a wider range of destinations – beyond the UK, USA, Canada and Australia – and future-focused courses including computer science, artificial intelligence and environmental science. Entries for Cambridge International AS & A Level in the June 2025 series grew by 11% on last year, to more than 700,000 entries.
Cambridge IGCSE and O Level results will be released to over 305,000 students in 4779 schools on 19 August.
"In a time of uncertainty and transformation, the awareness and perspective that an international education provides is not just an advantage — it’s a necessity," said Rod Smith, Group Managing Director for International Education at Cambridge. "Congratulations to all those receiving Cambridge results this August. We are proud to support a global community of learners who are preparing not only for university and careers, but for life in a rapidly changing world."
Future-ready skills in high demand
English, mathematics and science remain the most popular subjects at both Cambridge International AS & A Level and Cambridge IGCSE. However, there is a growth in entries for subjects such as Cambridge International AS & A Level Global Perspectives – up 17% this year – which encourages students to think critically about global challenges, conduct independent research, and articulate evidence-based arguments. The skills developed through Global Perspectives are recognised as being good preparation for higher education, and the subject’s student-led approach brings real-world topics alive.
"As AI transforms the job market, and as climate and global issues demand collaborative solutions, it’s no surprise that more schools are seeking subjects that equip their students to think beyond borders," said Rod Smith. "Cambridge Global Perspectives exemplifies the skills students need today — curiosity, rigour and the ability to understand issues from others’ perspectives."
Demand rising across all regions and different education systems
The demand for Cambridge qualifications is increasing globally among a diverse range of schools, with Cambridge seeing particularly strong growth in state schools in the US (exam entries up 15%), and international and bilingual schools in China (entries up 11%). In total, 5507 Cambridge International Schools in 149 countries made entries for Cambridge Upper Secondary and Advanced exams in the June 2025 series.
The number of schools making entries in the June series has grown by 38% over the past five years, with an associated 74% growth in entries. Cambridge, with more than 160 years of experience in international assessment, now serves nearly two million students annually. Its programmes— including Cambridge Checkpoint for younger learners as well as Cambridge IGCSE, O Level, International AS & A Level, AICE and the International Project Qualification — are valued by schools and universities worldwide.
Support with exam results
We offer a range of support for schools and students after results have been released. Go to our Results pages to find out more about the timing of June 2025 results release and our post-results services.