Group 1 - The changing score lines reflect the market and employment trends, indicating a shift in focus from prestigious universities to professional prospects and job security among students and parents [1][3][4] - High-scoring students are increasingly opting for universities like Fuyao University, which has surpassed several 985 and 211 universities in admission scores, demonstrating a preference for institutions with strong employment outcomes [1][2] - New research-oriented universities are emerging successfully, with their admission scores matching or exceeding those of established 985 and 211 universities, indicating a shift in the higher education landscape [1][4] Group 2 - There is a growing trend among students to prioritize universities and majors that offer job security over traditional prestigious institutions, as seen in the case of Shanghai Customs College in Jiangsu, where its admission score surpassed many 985 universities [2][3] - The perception of top-tier universities like Tsinghua and Peking University is changing, with some students choosing to apply to other top universities for more popular majors, reflecting a more pragmatic approach to education [2][3] - The emergence of new universities with clear positioning and alignment with economic needs is fostering healthy competition among higher education institutions [4]