In 2024, the number of applicants for postgraduate entrance examination will be reduced by 360,000, which has aroused heated discussions among the majority of candidates. Although the number of applicants has declined, the number of 4.38 million registrations is still quite large. Judging from the data of recent years, the number of applicants for postgraduate entrance examination has remained high, which fully reflects the pursuit of higher education and the importance that candidates attach to their future.
So, why is there a decrease in the number of applicants for graduate school in 2024?There could be several reasons for this:
First, the ongoing impact of the pandemic. The epidemic has had a huge impact on the whole society, and many people's lives and work have been affected. Therefore, some people who originally planned to apply for the postgraduate entrance examination were affected by financial difficulties, psychological pressure and other factors, and gave up their plans to take the postgraduate examination.
Second, the job market has improved. With the development of the economy and the improvement of the employment situation, more and more undergraduate graduates choose direct employment instead of postgraduate entrance examination. They find it more appealing to get a good job than to spend longer going to graduate school.
Thirdly, the competition for graduate school entrance examinations has intensified. With the promotion of the expansion of colleges and universities and the optimization of postgraduate admission policies, more and more undergraduates choose to continue their studies. At the same time, the number of admissions to graduate school has not increased accordingly, resulting in increasingly fierce competition for graduate school entrance examinations. Some candidates may choose to give up the opportunity to go to graduate school in the face of fierce competition.
The decrease in the number of applicants for the postgraduate entrance examination in 2024 will have a certain impact on candidates. On the one hand, a decrease in the number of applicants means less competition, which may increase the chances of candidates going ashore. On the other hand, a decrease in the number of applicants may also mean that the admission ratio for graduate school entrance examinations will become more intense, and candidates will need to work harder to stand out.
Although the number of applicants for the graduate school entrance examination in 2024 has decreased, it does not mean that the graduate school entrance examination has become easier. The number of applicants is still huge, and the competition is still fierce. From the data of recent years, it can be seen that the number of graduate school admissions has basically remained at about 1.2 million every year. According to this ratio, even if the number of applicants for graduate school in 2024 decreases, the number of admissions will not change much.
First of all, the admission criteria for graduate school entrance examinations are relatively stable. As a selective examination, the admission criteria have been relatively stable, and no matter how the difficulty of the test questions changes, the admission criteria remain basically unchanged every year. This means that in order to excel in the postgraduate entrance examination, candidates must have a solid academic foundation and good test-taking skills.
Secondly, the difficulty of the postgraduate entrance examination is related to the school and major applied for. It is usually difficult to apply for some well-known universities and popular majors, and these schools and majors are the goals of graduate students every year, not only the number of applicants is large, but also the admission score is also very high. Therefore, the choice of school and major is very important for candidates, which is directly related to whether they can be competitive in the postgraduate entrance examination.
Finally, the re-examination of the postgraduate entrance examination is also a key. The postgraduate entrance examination includes two stages: the preliminary examination and the re-examination, and only those who pass the national line in the preliminary examination can be eligible to enter the re-examination and adjustment. The performance of the re-examination directly determines whether the candidate can be admitted. In addition to the assessment of professional knowledge, the re-examination also includes interviews and other links, which requires candidates not only to have a solid academic foundation, but also to have good communication skills and comprehensive quality.
Hidden behind each question is a huge test, and the process of preparing for the re-examination is arduous and long, in this process, the Xi, preparation, mastery of interview skills, etc. will determine the fate of a candidate.
First of all, a good academic foundation is the cornerstone of success in graduate school. The content of the postgraduate entrance examination is mainly to deepen and expand the knowledge at the undergraduate level, so it is very important for candidates to have a good academic foundation. Whether it is the mastery of textbook knowledge or the cultivation of academic research ability, candidates need to improve themselves through sufficient learning Xi and practice.
Secondly, the re-examination of the postgraduate entrance examination also requires candidates to be fully prepared. The content of the re-examination is relatively complex and diverse, including professional knowledge assessment, interview, self-introduction and other links. Candidates need to understand the format and requirements of the re-examination in advance, and improve their re-examination level through simulation Xi and self-improvement. In addition, candidates also need to have good communication skills and overall quality, which are essential for the success of the retest.
Finally, Xi and firm belief are the keys to success in graduate school. The postgraduate entrance examination is a long and arduous task that requires a lot of time and effort from candidates. In the face of difficulties and setbacks, candidates need to maintain a positive and optimistic attitude, persist in their Xi, constantly improve themselves, and always adhere to their goals and beliefs.
Postgraduate entrance examination is an important choice and challenge for many people. Judging from the decrease in the number of applicants for the postgraduate examination in 2024, the enthusiasm of candidates for the postgraduate examination has cooled down slightly. However, despite the fierce competition in the graduate school entrance examination, I believe that with sufficient preparation and strong belief, it is possible for every candidate to achieve their dream of entering graduate school.
On the road to graduate school, we should not only focus on the changes in the number of applicants, but also pay attention to our own learning Xi and improvement. A good academic foundation, well-prepared re-examination sessions, perseverance in Xi and firm belief are the key elements for success in graduate school. Only by constantly improving their overall quality can they occupy an advantage in this fierce competition.
Finally, I wish every student who is admitted to graduate school can achieve their goals, no matter what the result is, believe in themselves, believe in the future, always maintain a positive and optimistic attitude, and move forward bravely!