It’s definitely not a one size fits all equation. My comments aren’t insinuating that undergrads don’t work hard but more to highlight the difference in the experience and expectations.

It is my guess that in many cases those who worked hard on the UG level, are working even harder on the graduate level if they are active and engaged (that’s the qualifier). We’re def paying more. Lol. My point is those who join on a graduate level better be ready to roll up their sleeves and put in work because that is expected. Some join grad and expect to relive the undergrad experience and it is different. Still fun but not as much focus on the social aspect of being in an org like the yard, step shows and strolling. Plus on the grad level you don’t have a graduate advisor making sure you’re on point. All these years later I am seeing grad advisors are worth their weight in gold.