I'm just curious, what's the average age of a college sophomore? I know it might vary depending on whether someone took a gap year or started college late, but I'm wondering what the general age range is. Thanks, everyone!
The typical age of a college sophomore usually falls around 19-20 years old. Most students start college at the age of 18 after graduating from high school, and they become sophomores after completing their freshman year. However, as you mentioned, age can vary depending on factors like gap years, starting college late, or even starting college early. While the general age range is 19-20, it's not uncommon to encounter college sophomores who are slightly younger or older.
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