If there was a chance for direct recommendation, people would do whatever it took to seize it.
Being exceptionally talented in a certain academic field, like winning competitions in math, physics, or having achievements in scientific innovation, could all qualify for direct recommendation.
In addition, designated foreign language high schools could recommend outstanding students for interviews at foreign language universities.
Or for eligible retired and active athletes…
However, these conditions for direct recommendation are mostly unattainable for the average student.
If you can't meet them, then you have to create the conditions.
"Hey, have you heard about the athlete in the next class? He's been training like mad lately, heard he wants to be like our class's Gao Xiang!"
"Pfft, our class idol is one of a kind."
"Exactly, as if the path to university through sports is that easy?"
