Education is crucial for enhancing literacy skills and providing benefits to individuals, especially for those facing issues like gender, poverty, homelessness, disability, and ethnicity. This study aimed to determine the relationship between the readiness and acceptance rates of Alternative Learning System (ALS) graduates in Sta. Cruz Laguna. The study made use of self-made questionnaires. It consists of two parts: the first part is about the profile of the respondents the second part consists of ten (10) items with a total of twenty (20) questions, wherein it addresses the preparedness rate and acceptance rate of the respondents. The study involved 35 ALS graduates from S.Y 2019–2022 who were, selected through purposive sampling. The results showed that ALS graduates have confidence in their readiness, believing their grades reflect their readiness. Students expressed satisfaction with the timely response to their requests and applications and accepted ALS certificates and other documents as acceptable forms of identification for enrolling in college. The study concluded that there is a significant relationship between readiness and acceptance rate in ALS graduates, indicating that the ALS program works well to prepare students for college and ensure a smooth transition. Educational institutions, such as the Department of Education and Commission on Higher Education, should provide financial assistance to ALS graduates, and teachers should undergo seminars and training to improve their knowledge and skills. Parents should also provide moral support to encourage their children to continue learning and exploring more experiences through the ALS program up to the tertiary level. Future research may explore the benefits of teaching and studying in ALS program and among its graduates.

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