On June 26, a high school student from Guangdong Experimental High School, Chen Lixiang, attracted public attention with an impressive score of 696 in the science stream of Chinas national college entrance exam (Gaokao).
6月26日，广东实验中学考生陈立楷以高考物理类696分的优异成绩受到关注。
This score met the admission threshold for both Tsinghua University and Peking University, prompting both top institutions to reach out with invitations.
这一分数达到了清华大学与北京大学在当地录取的标准，两所顶尖高校均向他发出了邀约。
In an interview, Chen casually remarked, “The Tsinghua recruiter contacted me first — Peking University was just a bit late.”
在接受采访时，陈立楷轻松地表示：“清华招生老师先联系了我，北大稍晚了一步。”
After the Gaokao results were released, Chen received further invitations from both universities for in-depth communications.
高考放榜后，陈立楷陆续接到两校招生组的沟通邀请。
He expressed interest in the academic environment and training styles of both schools.
他对两校的学术氛围和培养方向都感兴趣，
However, since Tsinghua had established contact earlier and had deeper interaction with him, the discussions on program selection are currently more advanced with Tsinghua.
但由于清华率先与其深入交流，目前正与该校进一步讨论专业选择事宜。
He emphasized that no matter which university he ultimately chooses, he cherishes this rare opportunity and will continue to strive in his academic pursuits.
他也表示，无论最终选择哪所学校，都会珍惜机会，未来在学术领域继续努力。
This incident sparked heated discussion on social media.
此事在社交媒体上引发热议，
Many netizens praised Chen not only for his academic excellence but also for his composed and witty personality.
不少网友称赞陈立楷既有学霸实力又有幽默性格。
Education experts also weighed in, noting that the fierce competition among top universities highlights the importance of students making informed and interest-based choices.
教育专家提醒，高校招生竞争激烈，考生应结合自身兴趣与专业规划理性选择，
They suggested that schools should strengthen communication with students to help them find the most suitable development paths.
并建议学校加强与考生的双向沟通，帮助学子找到更适合的发展路径。
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