CAO college offers: Grade inflation leaves some top students without their first choice
Briefly

While CAO Round 1 brought a fall in points for some disciplines, others saw a spectacular increase, indicating variability in competition across different courses.
The chances of getting an offer were even higher for Level 7/6, with 92% of offers for the applicant's first preference course, showcasing a strong correlation between preference and acceptance.
High points levels are a legacy of the grade inflation associated with Leaving Cert results since 2020, creating a heightened competition for places in popular courses.
Education Minister Norma Foley has committed to a gradual reversal of grade inflation from 2025, addressing the current high cut-off points and their implications for students.
Read at Irish Independent
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