Identify the Main Point of the Study on Academic Performance

In a recent publication, a study indicated that college students who participate in extracurricular activities tend to perform better academically than those who do not. This correlation raises the question of whether involvement in such activities contributes to higher academic performance or if academically successful students are simply more likely to engage in extracurricular activities.

The authors conclude that colleges should encourage students to participate in extracurricular activities to boost their academic success.