The Philippine government has prioritized access to high-quality elementary and tertiary education. According to the World Bank, a large proportion of Filipino Alternative Learning System (ALS) graduates are enrolled in postsecondary education. However, little is known about their transition from primary to secondary school, particularly their study orientation and college preparation. As a result, it is critical to investigate these characteristics among ALS graduates in light of the implications for their educational success. The descriptiveanalytical, correlational, and comparative design was used in the research, with the survey method and questionnaire serving as the primary data collection tool. The current position of A and E passers in terms of college preparation is examined here, including their assessments of challenges encountered in college preparation and the related corrective efforts. It is analytical because the independent variables were thoroughly examined, including the assessment test outcomes. A survey was performed using a survey questionnaire to collect the necessary data. As respondents, subjects of the study, and participants in the written assessment exam in Mathematics, English, Filipino, and Science, a total of 80 A and E passes, 20 from each municipality, were targeted. The researcher used purposive sampling since it targeted A&E visitors. According to the findings, ALS alumni have a positive study attitude and are college-ready. The study orientation was also shown to impact and predict college preparation substantially. The results suggest that ALS graduates should improve their study habits and attitudes since these are critical abilities for enhancing their college preparedness.

Alternative Learning System, Tertiary Education, Academic achievement, Preparation, Hindrances