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CENTRO ESCOLAR UNIVERSITY

CHAPTER 1
The Problem and Its Setting
Introduction
Education in the Philippines evolved from early settlers to the
present. Education in the country is in great importance because it is the
primary avenue for upward social and economic mobility.
In recent decades, colleges and universities have become more
and more competitive as students have searched more nationally for
higher education, resulting in escalation of spending on increasing
educational quality, amenities and financial aid.
Each year many parents spend thousands of money on college
prep to ensure that their children get into the best college possible. At the
same time many colleges are spending thousands of money per student
to recruit the best possible class. When student choose which college or
university to attend, they are making investment decision that has
consequences for their own future, as well as for the college or university
themselves.
Many colleges and universities believe that the board examination

have predictive power for knowing academic performance and the quality
of education. Because the scores achieved in the board examination are
considered very important for getting into professional courses and
training programmers and even possibly in finding employment.
The Philippine Universities Ranking is based on the aggregated
passing rates of each school in all board exams that their graduates
participated in. it is the first Philippine Universities Ranking that is based
on relevant, up-to-date and measurable data. There are over 60 different
board exams conducted by the PRC, and we aggregated the results from
those board exams, ranked each school in each board exams, and then
aggregated the ranking for each school, to come up with Weighted Board
Exams Ranking for each school.
With this mind, the researchers decided to observe if the
matriculation and quality of education matched on getting the results of
board examination in selected colleges and universities in University Belt.
We assume that this study will show that access to a higher- quality school
can improve students longer-term educational attainment.
Background of the Study
It has been the declared policy of the State to protect, foster and
promote the right of all citizens to affordable quality education at all levels
and to take appropriate steps to ensure that such education shall be
accessible to all. Pursuant to this, the Commission on Higher Education

(CHED) was created through Republic Act No. 7722, otherwise known as
the Higher Education Act of 1994 to supervise and develop the
Philippine higher education sector as a potent resource for national
development and thus, ensure fulfillment of the aforesaid policy.
The Philippines is experiencing the phenomenon of mass higher
education with the concomitant rise of universities and colleges (public
and private) offering a greater diversity of programs, and with varying
capacity to deliver teaching and learning services. Unfortunately, as
several studies on Philippine education have revealed, the expansion of
educational opportunities is inversely matched by a deteriorating quality of
education in the country. This situation has led to an increasing interest in
the assessment of the academic program offerings, the manpower and
financial capability of educational institutions, and the efficiency of their
delivery systems - through a system of accreditation. Accreditation is seen
as a system of evaluation based on the standards of an accrediting
agency. It is a means of assuring and improving the quality of education.
Its focus is the assessment of programs by external accrediting bodies
using peer reviewers.
Setting of the study
Selected Universities in U-Belt that will be used in this study:
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Centro Escolar University
Centro Escolar University is a private, nonsectarian higher

education institution with an enrollment of over 20,000 students in its three
campuses: Manila, Makati and Malolos. Established in 1907, Centro
Escolar de Senoritas, from a small school in Azcaraga has grown to
become on of the top universities in the country today. Besides being
highly recognized, its programs in the health sciences (Dentistry,
Pharmacy, Medical Technology, Optometry and Nursing) it is also best
known for its undergarduatre and graduate programs in Education,
Business Management, Hospitality Management, Computer Science and
Information Technology, Nutrition and Dietetics, Biology, Psychology,
Cosmetic Science, Social
Work and Mass Communication. The
recognitions from several institutions attest to its quality programs Full

Autonomy Status from the Commission on Higher Education, Institutional
Accreditation certified by the Federation of Accrediting Associations of the
Philippines, Philippines Quality Award by the Philippine Government ISO
9001:2008 System Certification and Papal Award Pro Ecclesia Et Pontifice
(For the Church and the Pope).
Centro Escolar Universitys mission is guided and inspired by the
universitys motto: CIENCIA Y VIRTUD, the Center of Professional and
Continuing Education (PACE) is committed to promote life-long education
and training for individuals, organizations and communities. Vision of
CEU-PACE aspires to be the preferred center in professional and

continuing education in the Philippines and in Asia.
Far Eastern University
FEU has been recognized as one of the leading universities in the

Philippines. The first Accountancy and Business school for Filipinos, the
university has, through the years, expanded its course offerings to the Arts
and Sciences, Architecture and Fine Arts, Education, Engineering and
Computer Studies (FEU East Asia College), Graduate Studies, Law, and
Medicine (FEU-Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation).
True its mission of producing graduates who have contributed to
the advancement of the country, FEU is proud of its alumni have been
successful
key
businessmen,
government
famous
media
officials,
influential
personalities,
accountants
innovative
and
education
administrators and faculty, expert physicians and nursing leaders,

decorated national and professional athletes, cutting edge architects,
artists and engineers.
According to former FEU President Lydia Echauz, DBA, the
university is a premiere university in the country. It is a university of choice
among high school graduates because FEU has had long and rich history
in education, culture, arts and sports, she enthuses.
In addition to academic excellence, the university strives to impart a
well-rounded education by providing alternatives to students. And with the
pronounced effort to upgrade the faculty, the research program, and the
physical plant, the university climbs further towards quality education.
Awards and Citations
Far Eastern University has four accredited programs, namely:
Institue of Nursing
Institute of Accounts, Business and Finance
Institute of Arts and Sciences
Institute of Education
Granted Autonomous Status by the Commission on Higher
Education
ISO: 9001:2008 Certified
PAASCU Level II Accreditation for Nursing
PACUCOA Level III Accreditation in the following programs:
Accountancy, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration,
Biology, Elementary Edcuation, Mass Communication, Psychology,
and Secondary Education
San Beda College
San Beda College (El Colegio de San Beda) was established in

1901 by monks of the Ordo Sancti Benedicti (OSB) or Order of St.
Benedict, also known as the Benedictines. Its founder, Benedict was born
in the Umbrian town of Nursia, near Spoleto, Italy, in the waning years of
the Roman Empire, AD 480. He hailed from a well-established family and
was believed to have a twin sister, Scholastica.
The Abbey of Monte Cassino became the cradle of the Benedictine
Order. From this great monastery, the Benedictine Order spread far and
wide, becoming one of the chief formative factors in the development of

the New Europe. The Benedictine monks became the pioneers of
Christian civilization, preaching the Gospel, preserving the Scriptures and
other sacred writings of the Church as well as other classical literary
treasures, serving the poor and sick, and teaching religion and various
crafts to the young. Their influence from the 6th to the 13th century was so
great that historians called this period the "Benedictine centuries" and St.
Benedict is acclaimed as the "Father of Western Monasticism". In 1964,
Pope Paul VI declared St. Benedict as the Patron of Europe.
San Beda College envisions a Community that is fully human,
wholly Christian, truly Filipino and globally competitive.
San Beda College aims to form its members in: faith (fides),
knowledge (scientia), virtue (virtus) and inculcate in them the Benedictine
core values of prayer and work (ora et labora) that include: study,
community, pursuit of peace.
University of the East
Imploring the aid of Divine Providence, the University of the East

dedicates itself to the service of youth, country and God, and declares
adherence to academic freedom, progressive instruction, creative
scholarship, goodwill among nations and constructive educational

leadership.
Inspired and sustained by a deep sense of dedication and a compelling
yearning for relevance, the University of the East hereby declares as its
goal and addresses itself to the development of a just, progressive and
humane society.
As a private non-sectarian institution of higher learning, the University
of the East commits itself to producing, through relevant and affordable
quality education, morally upright and competent leaders in various
professions, imbued with a strong sense of service to their fellowmen and
their country.
The University adheres to the core values of Excellence, Integrity,
Professionalism, Teamwork, Commitment, Transparency, Accountability
and Social Responsibility.
In pursuance of its mission, the University adopts the following objectives:
1. To educate its students to become conscious of the problems of society
and be committed to their solutions;
2. To orient its educational offerings to meet the pressing needs of
Philippine society and the demands of the 21st century;
3. To make itself a more decisive instrument for economic development,
social progress and the promotion of desirable cultural values;
4. To promote the advancement of knowledge through the cultivation of

reason, rational discourse and free inquiry through research, scholarship
and creative works; and
5. To render valuable public service and outreach through various
extension services
The institution declares the following to be its guiding principles:
1. Dedication forever to the service of youth, country, and God; training the
youth to become good and competent citizens; promoting a deep and
abiding loyalty to the Motherland and her own way of life; and serving the
will of the Creator;
2. Active encouragement of academic freedom, the only road to the realm
of wisdom and truth;
3. Constant attunement of curricula to the changing needs of individuals
and nations in civilizations and cultures ceaselessly being enriched by
technology, science and scholarship;
4. Encouragement to the utmost of scholarship and research towards the
broadening of knowledge to new horizons and the augmenting of
mankind's harvest of freedom, contentment and abundance;
5. Promotion, through the bonds of culture, of international amity and
goodwill as basis for the enduring world peace long dreamed of by men;
and
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6. Uttermost endeavor to attain and keep a position at the vanguard of

higher education so that, as a beacon light to all the Orient, it may attract
to its campuses promising youth from many lands in search of wisdom
and truth.
University of Santo Tomas
The University of Santo Tomas, the Pontifical and Catholic

University of the Philippines, inspired by the ideals of St. Dominic de
Guzman and guided by the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas, dedicates
herself to the pursuit of truth through the production, advancement, and
transmission of knowledge for the formation of competent and
compassionate professionals, committed to the service of the Church, the
nation, and the global community.
Mission: Thomasian Identity
Inspired by Christs teachings, warmed by Marys motherly care,
touched by St. Dominics apostolic fire, kindled by St. Thomas Aquinas
ardour, and nurtured by the dogmas of Christian faith deeply etched in the
traditions of the Catholic Church, the Thomasians of today are men and
women who: exude a high degree of competence in pioneering human
endeavors particularly in their:
constant pursuit of the truth;

determined efforts to become fonts of intellectual creativity;
continuous flourishing as men and women of science and letters;
and,
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quest for excellence in the field of their choice

can reach out to others with Christian compassion in their:
service to the poor and the marginalized members of society; and,
ardent advocacy for life, upholding of freedom, justice, and
solidarity in the world that is threatened by conflict due to
differences in cultures, races, and religions

exercise their profession with deep commitment in their:
performance of duties as members of the Church, as citizens of our
country, and as inhabitants of this planet;

persistent resolve to faithfully uphold professional, ethical, and
moral standards;
striving to be genuine leaders; and,
being courageous Christian witnesses
Thus,
competence,
commitment,
and
compassion
are
the
hallmarks of Thomasians who are noticeable for taking the challenge to

live out the legacy of St. Dominics ardent preaching of the Word with a
deep compassion for the poor, and St. Thomas Aquinas devoted life in
search for truth in love.
Faithful to her centuries-old tradition of excellence, the University of
Santo Tomas, envisions herself as a globally-recognized institution of
higher learning, actualizing the professional and moral formation of her
students, and effecting social transformation.
Vision: Long term objectives for the Twelve Strategic Areas
1. Thomasian Identity to be a community of Catholic men and women with
a high degree of competence, who reach out to others with Christian
compassion, and who exercise their professions with deep commitment to
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the truth to form servant-leaders who espouse Thomasian ideals and

values as they collaborate with the University in the fulfilment of her
mission, and actively take part in nation-building to establish a strong and
mutually-enriching partnership with the alumni to help realize the
universitys mission
2. Teaching to upgrade the quality of instruction to global standards, and
become a CHED-recognized COE in various degree programs in all
faculties, colleges, schools, and institutes
3. Research to become an acknowledged expert in particular fields of
research in the arts and humanities, social science and education, health
sciences, science and technology, and the sacred sciences
4. Community and Extension Services to become an agent for social
change through the effective involvement of all faculties, colleges,
schools, and institutes in the development of self-reliant communities to
strategically address emerging needs of professionals who seek
information, continuing education, and skills training to respond to
changing needs and demands of partner institutions and agencies for
educational and research-based services
5. Human Resources to have truly competent, committed, and
compassionate men and women serving the university through an
integrated human resource planning, recruitment, and development
system that considers the three mission areas and support functions
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6. Physical Resources to have the physical environment ideal for the

creative, scholarly, and innovative demands of teaching, research, and
services
7. Financial Resources to achieve self-sufficiency and sustainability in the
financial resources of the university
8. Growth and Expansion to establish campuses and other educational
venues within and outside Metro Manila. to deliver some of the universitys
curricular offerings through a distance education program.
9. Public Presence to have a preeminent influence in media, in policy
formulation, and in the promotion of relevant advocacies in the renewal of
the Church and society in the Philippines and in the Asia-Pacific region
10. Information Technology to attain optimum efficiency and effectiveness
in the delivery of information and computer technology services to its
stakeholders
11. Leadership and Governance to have a pro-active, systematic, and
mission-driven university governance
12. Student Welfare to ensure and promote student well-being through
policies, programs, and services systematically implemented and regularly
monitored and updated
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Figure 1.1 Map of University Belt

Theoretical Framework
According to the study of Dr. Fichtenbaum professor at Wright state
university, He stated that the decline in state support for higher education
has been one of the most important factors driving up prices at private
universities. Is the price of the tuition fee matched with the quality that
theyre giving to the students?
Quality of education is one of the significant obligations that the
universities must have in order to attain the students needs especially to
those who are paying the tuition fee of these students. A study that
compares the quality of education in different universities and colleges
around U-belt is a must in order to know if the quality of education justifies
the tuition fees that were paid to them. This study is also conducted to
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give more knowledge on how the universities or colleges can improve their
quality of education. In that way, they can have the higher chances to be
the chosen school and satisfy the students needs and wants. Higher
quality education does not only help in school's popularity but it also helps
how people look at its standards of teaching.
Many have conducted a study about the quality of education on
different colleges and universities to know if there is an equitable between
tuition fees that has been paid and the quality of education the students
can get. This study will not just observe the facilities, teacher's
performance, subjects that is being instructed and etc. Moreover, the
study will be focusing on the students grades and in the passing
percentage of these selected colleges and universities on their board
exams. Because its yields will be the main evidence if the quality of the
education of these universities and colleges are effective.
Conceptual Framework
The figure below shows the process that will be done in our study.
The collected data from the respondents from selected universities will be
used to determine if the price of the tuition fee matched with the quality
that theyre giving to the students. Collected data from the universities and
the past board examinations results will be used as a basis to know why
other university has higher percentage of board passers than the other.
The strategies and interpretation includes giving questionnaires, and
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surveying the respondents, and collecting useful information from selected

universities. Last, Measurements to improve the quality of education of a
university; to know if the quality of education justifies the tuition fees that
was paid to them; and to give more knowledge on how the universities or
colleges can improve their quality of education
Statement of the Problem
The study will determine the rational matching on matriculation and
quality of graduates as seen in board exams performance.
1) What is the profile of the Respondents in Terms of:
1.1 Students.
1.1.1 School
1.1.2 Gender
1.1.3 GWA
1.2 Colleges.
1.2.1 Grade Cut-Off
1.2.2 Tuition Fee
1.2.3 Ranking
1.3 Universities
1.3.1 Grade Cut-Off
1.3.2 Tuition Fee
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1.3.3 Ranking
2) What are the board exam courses offered in the selected
universities?
3) What are the board exam results of courses in the selected
universities?
4) How do the results of board exam in selected universities with
higher TF and lower TF compare?
Assumptions
The research study is anchored on the assumptions that the
respondents will give their one hundred percent cooperation and they will
honestly responds to the questions about the rational matching on
matriculation and the quality of graduates as seen on board exam results.
Hypotheses
This study tries to test the valid hypotheses as follows:
1. There is no significant difference between the quality of graduates
of universities with high tuition fees.
2. There is significant difference in the quality of graduates of
universities with high tuition fees.
Significance of the study
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This study will benefit the Teachers because this study

discussed about the quality of education of the school which they
can enhance their skills in teaching or in giving knowledge to the
students.
Thus, will help the students who will take the board
examination.
Parents as for they will be able to know if the matriculation
they will pay meets the quality of education of the school.
Universities/Colleges if the matriculation they give to the
students suits the quality of education to their school.
Students they became aware and informed that their school
are producing quality education that meet their expectation.
Researchers they will have a better understanding about the
Matriculation and Quality Assurance of Education in the selected
colleges and Universities U-Belt.
Scope, Delimitations and Limitations
The study will tackle the rational on matriculation and the quality of
graduates universities produce as seen in board examinations results. The
researchers will use the percentage of passing in the board examinations
of Accountancy, Medical Technology, Pharmacy, and Nursing as basis for
study. The researchers will conduct the study around the University Belt in
Manila City and the respondents will be professors, students, and
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graduates from Centro Escolar University, San Beda College, University of

Santo Tomas, University of the East, and Far Eastern University. The
researchers aim to know if the matriculation meets the quality of education
through the results of said board examinations and do the students get the
worth of what they paid for.
The researchers use the slovens formula to get the sample size
and they come up to three hundred sixty two (362), seventy two (72) from
each of the aforementioned universities professors, students, and
graduates of BS Accountancy, BS Medical Technology, BS Pharmacy, and
BS Nursing that are based in Centro Escolar University, San Beda
College, University of Santo Tomas, University of the East, and Far
Eastern University only, other degrees and universities will not be covered
by the study. Also, it is beyond the researchers ability to know whether the
respondents will answer the questions accurately and honestly.
Definition of Terms
Terms here are conceptually and operationally defined for better
understanding of the readers.
Accreditation. This refers the granting of approval to an institution
of learning by an official review board after the school has met specific
requirements.
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Cut-off. This refers to a possible lowest possible score in a

standardized test or exam that must be qualified to pass.
GWA. This refers to the academic performance consisting of your
average grade. It is the acronym of General Weighted Average.
Higher Education Institution. This refers to schools and
universities offering tertiary education.
Rational Matching. This refers to a way of comparing different
universities and all of its other characteristics in an intelligent manner and
with deep reason.
Matriculation. This refers to a fee a student is paying to the
university he or she is currently enrolled in.
Process. This refers to a set of interdependent means and actions
which transform the input elements into output ones.
Quality Assurance. This refers to the process of maintaining
standards reliably and consistently by applying a criteria of success in a
course or program.
University Belt. This refers to the area where there is a high
concentration or a cluster of colleges and universities in the city.
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CHAPTER 2
Review of Related Literatures and Studies
This section presents the summary and revised versions of readings and
researches from various online sources and from previous studies that
have significance on the research. These related materials gave the
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researchers deep insight, clearer understanding and better interpretation

for the proper implementation of the study.
Foreign Literature
Nurum Mohd Said, Jaafar Rogayah and Arzuman Hafizah (2009) in
their study, learning environments in the Kulliyyah (faculty) of Nursing,
International Islamic University Malaysia states that "Good physical
structures and facilities provided by the university are important too" they
discussed that having good structures and facilities around is a much
needed in the environment of the students enrolled there because having
these high quality facilities, structures and technologies can have a good
impact to the learning environment of the students which can lead to a
positive outcome as they graduate or for the graduates as they go more of
the world around them such as taking board exams Furthermore, the
university does not only seek in having a good structures and facilities but
as well as giving the students a good learning environment that can help
their students to have a student- teacher. Intercourse and a good teaching
and learning activity place. The university is also concerned in meeting the
students psychosocial and emotional needs.
This literature is closely related to the current study we are
conducting for it is mentioned there that a good learning environment can
lead to a positive outcome for graduates which can only be given if they
were paid by the precise matriculation that they asked for. The present
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study like the article reviewed aims to prove that having the good facilities
and structures around can give a really big impact to the incoming
graduates of the school.
Dr. Muhammad Hamid Ullah, Dr. Muhammad Ajmal and Dr. Fazalur
Rahman indicated in their study in the analysis of quality indicators of
higher education in pakistan that "quality indicators can be divided into
three classes: educational inputs, educational outputs, and educational
processes" it discussed that in one of these inputs include a financial
measures that are generally summarized by educational expenditjures per
student. While in the educational output refers to the consequences of the
educational process as reflected in measures such as the levels of
knowledge, skills and values acquired by the students while educational
processes refer to all processes from curriculum development to final
assessment including admission, teaching and learning.
This literature is somehow related to the current study for it explains
that these outputs plays a vital role in the development of graduate society
in educating the potential professionals, businessmen, political leaders
and social scholars to enrich its values and develop its resources. The
present study like the article shown aimed to prove that higher quality
education has become a crucial asset. They must recognize that it will
gain from ensuring the well being of higher education which can define the
quality of education by its fulfillment of the national educational goals.
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Bowen and Irby (2002), states on their journal that the difference
between traditional teaching and on the fly teaching relating to the quality
of students produced. The study concluded that the on the fly teaching is
more effective in honing the students in real life situations compared to
traditional teaching. The literature is closely related to the study because it
states some example on how to produce more effective students. The
researchers chose this study because it will be helpful to them to know if
this two factors can be a basis for reasonable high tuition fee and
producing quality graduates.
Gallusino (n.d), tackle on her journal about the increasing role and
dominance of private institutions on higher education. The study also
tackles tuition fees, per student cost, and other economic factors
compared to public institutions in the Philippines. The researchers chose
this literature because it states that most of the top performing schools in
the country is are private institutions and most of them are costly.
It is closely related to the study because the researchers aim to
know the relationship of paying high matriculation and the quality of
education the students get.
Local Literature
Tracer study is an approach which widely being used in most
organization especially in the educational institutions to track and to keep
record of their students once they have graduated from the institution.
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Through tracer study, an institution able to evaluate the quality of

education given to their graduates by knowing graduate placements and
position in the society which later can be used as a benchmark in
producing more qualified and competitive graduates. These are books that
we can use as a tool for studying different aspects of education which is "A
tracer study of recent graduates: implications for educations and
manpower planning, Feb. 1992"
From the book contemporary social problems and issues, stated
that the educational levels and literacy rates of workers in the Philippines
are among to the highest in asia, but technical, manual and managerial
are poorly developed and in short supply. There is an over abundance of
college graduates that most especially in Manila area were in the field of
education, law and other professionals exceeds in demand to find
employment appropriate to his educational training.
The authors want to show that on how did the graduates will use
their skill and trainings to gained and develop technical, manual and
managerial skills that Filipino workers lack off.
Foreign Studies
Hoxby (2009);Frank (2012) said that colleges and universities have
become more competitive as students have searched more nationally for
higher education, resulting in an escalation of spending on increasing
educational quality. The literature is closely related to the study because it
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tackle that the students is willing to pay big amount of money just to have
a high quality of education and it resulted that the colleges and universities
be more competitive.
Long (2004) stated that using national data from the early 70s, 80s
and 90s found that College costs have significant impact on students
decisions of where to enroll, but that the effect was decreasing over the
time period studied.
This studies is closely related to the current study for it directly
mentions the reason what college students preference on choosing that
has consequences for their own future, as well as for the future of the
universities/colleges themselves.
Brown and Holtzman (1967) This study aimed to investigate the
relationship of students study habits and attitudes and their performance
in licensure examinations. The study habits and attitudes of the
participants were assessed by administering the Survey of Study Habits
and Attitudes (SSHA) developed by Brown and Holtzman (1967) during
their final year in the University and their performance (overall rating) in
the different licensure examinations was generated from the records of the
Philippine Professional Regulation Commission.
This is related to the study because significant relationship between
study habits and attitudes and performance in licensure examination
revealed that study habits (work methods and time management) of the
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participants were correlated with their success in licensure examination

while study attitudes (i.e. attitudes toward teachers and educational
acceptance) were significantly related to success in licensure examination.
This connotes that students who have favorable study habits will likely
pass the licensure examination.
As cited by Otto (1978), beliefs in the value of intellectual pursuits
and in the importance of education are positively related to academic
performance. An important aspect of a students attitude toward education
is the value he sees in what he has to learn.
Sarwar et. al (2010), it was discovered that a significant relationship
between student attitudes and academic performance exists. Another
research found discrepancy between the study attitudes of high and lowachieving students. High-achieving students had a more positive attitude
toward study in that they detected and reacted positively to the favorable
aspects of the situation they found themselves in, while the low-achieving
students tended to be fault-finders, reacting to the negative aspects of
study such as distractions and minor annoyances. The high-achieving
students found tertiary work an interesting challenge, accepted the
restrictions and conformed to the demands made upon them more readily,
while the low achievers appeared to lack high-level motivation. The more
successful group was also found to be more realistic and discriminating in
their assessment of those situations which were highly relevant to
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scholastic achievement, such as discipline and work priorities, and they

were better organized in both their work and leisure activities.
Local Studies
DONNA LOU E. NERI (2008) Her Study Seek to determine
possible factors which predict performance in the Licensure Examination
commitment to academic excellence. Moreover, its education tenets had
been realigned consistently with the national development program which
is upgrading the quality of students and graduates. The Author Classify
the Groups who Takes the Board Exam and those who were the one who
did not qualify. She Tackle in her Study that after their performance in their
board Exam they usually end up practicing their skills, attitudes and
learning because in the end of the day they end up being Successful
within their courses. They were Committed and still pursuing their
Happiness. While In contrast, the non-passers are typically students who
were performing poorly in their Areas. And the Passers of the licensure
Examinations have higher intellective profile compared to the nonpassers.
This relate to the study as the Board Passer who end up what is
their Performance and contribution in their within field. They performing
their Chosen Field in the industry and Contribute to their alma mater.
Ken Smith (2014) The students that are eligible to get into the
college of their choice are often stymied by tuition costs and don't qualify
for grants or financial aid because their parents earn too much or if they
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qualify for aid spend years in debt paying it off. If children are supposed to
be our future, then how can they achieve their goals if they are unable to
afford the means of achieving those goals? As a student myself, making
college affordable for not only myself but for other students as well is
significant for not only our generation but for future generations as well.
Tuition rate increases have increased significantly in the past year which
making it increasingly difficult for students to afford attending college.
According to a study by NPR, the average increase was 7.9 percent To
some, an eight percent might not like seem like a lot but when room and
board, books, and other fees are added to the equation then the costs
really add up.
This relate to the study as when the student Experience the Tuition Fee
Hike in matriculation and realizing who they can benefit while achieving
their goal throughout the board ex

CHAPTER 3
METHODS AND PROCEDURE
This chapter presents the methods to be used by the researchers in the
study. It also describes who will be the respondents of the study, the
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research instruments to be used, the procedure of data gathering, and the

statistical treatment of the data.
This study will determine the relationship between the matriculation and
the quality of graduates. The researchers will use the results of board
exams as bases.
Method of Research
The researchers will use descriptive, correlational, and historical methods
of research in this study. Descriptive method will be used because the
researchers aim to describe the characteristics, more specifically the
quality of graduates in the chosen schools. The researchers will also use
correlational method of research because two or more variables, which
will be the board passers of the same board exams who are graduates of
the same courses from the chosen college and universities. These data
will be compared to come up if there is a relationship or a similarity
between the variables. This study will also use a historical method
because the researchers will examine past events and data, which are the
past results of board exams in order to draw a conclusion. Both
quantitative and qualitative methods shall be observed because the
researchers will get opinions and numerical data from the respondents
through survey questionnaire.
Respondents of the study
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To accomplish the study, the researchers will conduct a survey for

graduates as the respondents who took the board exam whether it is their
first take or a repeater. The respondents will be from the selected
universities in Manila who are willing and available to supply the
information that the researchers needed.
Sampling Technique
In this section, we use the Slovens Formula to get the sample size that
we need in conducting the survey questionnaire, the population that take
the board exam in 2012 is 3863, and the margin of error that we used is .
05. So we get a sample size of 361 in all.
n = N / (1+Ne2)
n = 3863 / (1 + 3863*.05^2)
n = no. of samples
n = 3863 / 10.6575
N = total population
n = 362.4677 or 362
e = error margin
Cluster sampling will also be used. The questionnaires will be distributed
in selected universities, namely: University of the East, Far Eastern
University, University of Santo Tomas, Centro Escolar University, and San
Beda College. Each university must have 72 respondents coming from the
different board courses which are: Pharmacy, Medical Technology,
Accountancy, and Nursing.
Research Instruments
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The following instruments will be used in the conduct of the research:

1. Survey Questionnaire. The survey questionnaire will be used to know
the quality of graduates in a college or a university. This will be given to
the graduates of the said board courses, and to some of the
undergraduates. The first part in the questionnaire consist of their
personal information such as their gender, university they came from, its
tuition fee and as well as their GWA, and we based those questions from
the statement of the problem. The second part in the questionnaire was
prepared because it will be one of the basis for the data that we will be
using. And the last part in the questionnaire is composed of questions that
is need to be rated from highest to lowest based on their own experience.
We also based it in the statement of the problem and it is also asked
because we will also be using it as a basis for the research we were
conducting.
Validation of Instrument
Validation of the research questionnaire was done to make sure
that it was easily understood and that it covered all the aspects of the
study. The researchers asked permission from Dr. Fabian to validate the
questionnaires for the respondents. The corrections and suggestions will
be incorporated in the draft for the next stage of validation.
Data Gathering Procedure
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This study will consist of 4 stages:

Stage 1: The researchers made a questionnaire and validate by Dr.
Fabian
Stage 2: The researchers sought information permission for the
distribution of the questionnaire to the respondents
Stage 3: Upon the approval, the questionnaire were distributed
immediately to the selected respondents
Stage 4: After the respondents filled out and answered the
questions the questionnaire were collected by the researchers and the
answers were tallied.
Statistical Treatment
To interpret the gathered data, the researchers will use the following:
1. Frequency and percentage is used to estimate the level of
performance of the respondents in their school and in board
examination. It is also used to estimate the school performance
based on the experience of the respondent in that school. We
used it in the questions in the first part and second part of the
questionnaire, so we will determine how many of the
respondents answered the same answer in same questions. It
will also be used to compare the different school in different
aspect.
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2. Arithmetic mean is used to estimate the level of performance of

the respondents in their school and in board examination. It will
be used in the last part of questionnaire. It is used to determine
what is the most selected answers of the respondents in
questions.

CHAPTER 4
Presentation, Analysis and Interpretation of Data
This chapter includes the presentation, analysis and interpretation
of data that have been gathered from the questionnaires distributed to the
respondents. This chapter also contains the presentation of data in tabular
form along their corresponding interpretations.
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Table 1: Frequency distribution of the respondents when grouped
according to gender.
Gender
Female
Male
TOTAL
Frequency
12
8
20
Percentage
60%
40%
100%
The table shows that most of the respondents from the Centro
Escolar University which is graduate and took the board exam are female
with a frequency of 12 which has the percentage of 60 percent while the
male has a frequency of 8 and has a percentage of 40 percent. Female
has greater number than male and that shows that most of female are
took the board exam.
according to General Weighted Average (GWA).
GWA
1.0 1.5
1.75 2.25
2.5 3.0
TOTAL
Frequency
5
9
6
20
Percentage
25%
45%
30%
100%
The table shows that GWA 1.75 2.25 has the highest number with
a frequency of 9 which has the percentage of 45 percent and that means
that in this particular GWA took a board exam and followed by a GWA of
2.5 3.0 with a frequency of 6 and has a percentage of 30 percent and
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the lowest number of respondents with a frequency number of 5 and has

the percentage of 25 percent.
according to tuition fee.
Tuition Fee
Frequency
Percentage
20k and below

20k 30k
31k 50k
51k 70k
71k and above
TOTAL
1
4
8
7
0
20
5%
20%
40%
35%
0
100%
The table shows that most of our respondents have a tuition fee of
31k 50k with a frequency number of 8 and has the percentage of 40
percent and the high tuition fee of 51k 70k with a frequency of 7 and has
a percentage of 35 percent followed by a 20k to 30k with a percentage of
20 percent and the lowest tuition fee 20k and below has a percentage of 5
percent.
according to the Results of Board Exam.
Result of Board Exam
Board top notcher
100% passing
percentage
Average performance
Frequency
9
4
Percentage
36%
16%
11
44%
Low board exam

result
TOTAL
4%
25
100%
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The table shows that the result of the board exam of university was
average performance with a frequency of 11 and has a percentage of 44
percent it means that some of students took a board exam were passed,
followed by a Board top notcher with a frequency of 9 and has a
percentage of 36 percent and it means that even if the result is average
they still in top followed by a 100 percent passing percentage with a
frequency of 4 and percentage of 16 percent and last the low board exam
that has a frequency number of 1 with a percentage of 4 percent it means
that the university is not like that all students who took a board exam
passed their test.
according to how they prepare for board exam.
How they prepare
for board exam
Textbooks
Group study
On-site
Frequency
Percentage
11
7
13
28%
18%
33%
Tutorial
Didnt specifically
prepare
Others:
Review alone
Board exam
questionnaire
Self-study
Total
2
3
5%
8%
8%
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100%
The table shows that the graduates prepare their board exam by
enrolling in On site school with a frequency of 13 and has a percentage of
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33 percent, followed by a frequency number of 11 with a percentage of 28

percent which is they used a textbooks: second the group study with a
frequency of 7 with a percentage of 18 percent, next is did not specifically
prepare and the others which is they prepare to review alone and use a
board exam questionnaires with a same frequency number of 3 and
percentage of 8% and lastly the tutorial with a frequency of 2 and
percentage of 5 percent.
according to how long they prepare for board exam.
How long they
prepare for board
exam
1 6 months
7 12 months
1 year and above
TOTAL
Frequency
Percentage
16
2
2
20
80%
10%
10%
100%
The table shows that 1 to 6 months has a greater number who

prepared for their board exam with a frequency number of 16 and has a
percentage of 80 percent rather than a 7 to 12 months and 1 year and
above preparing for their board exam with a frequency of 2 and has a
Table 7: Frequency distribution of the respondents according to how many
times did take the board exam.
How many times did
take the board exam
Frequency
Percentage
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Once
Twice
Thrice
TOTAL
20
0
0
20
100%
0
0
100%
The table shows that all of the graduate respondents in university took
the board exam once only with a frequency of 20 and has a percentage of
100 percent.
Table 8: Mean responses of the respondents on how satisfied they are
with the training they got from the school.
Statement
1. The curriculum is comprehensive
and complete in subject contents.
2. The training in school can be
applied in reality or outside the
school.
3. The training in school prepared me
for employment opportunities.
4. Curriculum and training equip us for
the board exam.
5. The training provided by the school
is globally competitive
Mean
4.15
4.25
4.05
4.1
3.95
Interpretatio
n
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
Satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
For the statement that the curriculum is comprehensive and

complete in subject contents, respondents is moderately satisfied with the
curriculum they get them willing to spend money just to get this contents
because this will help them land good jobs in the future. Respondents is
moderately satisfied with the training in school can be applied in reality or
outside the school and they also moderately satisfied with the training in
school prepared them for employment opportunities because the school
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make their students more prepared for job employment or business

career. Respondents moderately satisfied in the Curriculum and training
equip them for the board exam, those subjects make them a highly skilled
individual. For the training provided by the school is globally competitive,
respondents moderately satisfied means that the students is willing to pay
big amount of money just to have a high quality of education and it
resulted that the colleges and universities be more competitive. According
to Hoxby (2009);Frank (2012) said that colleges and universities have
become more competitive as students have searched more nationally for
higher education, resulting in an escalation of spending on increasing
educational quality.
Table 9: Mean responses of the respondents how they rate the tuition fee
paid for the course to the quality of education you get.
Statement
Mean
1. The tuition fee is commensurate

with the trainings got in school.
2. I achieve the objectives set for my
practicum.
3. Subjects taken more enough to

prepare me for a job.
4. Activities (Academic and
extracurricular) of the school
organization provides opportunities
for learning to students.
5. Faculty members employed by the
school are competent.
3.95
3.95
3.85
4.1
Interpretatio
n
Moderate
High
Moderate
High
Moderate
High
Moderate
High
Very High
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6. Facilities and technology are

substantial to help facilitate learning.
4.05
Moderate
High
Respondents moderate high with the tuition fee is commensurate

with the trainings got in school means that they are satisfied with the
tuition fee they paid however it is big or small amount of money. It is also
moderate high for the objectives they set to achieve their practicum means
that they satisfied with the quality of education they get because they meet
the goals that they set for their practicum. Next, for the Activities
(Academic and extracurricular) of the school organization provides
opportunities for learning to students, respondents rate the moderate high
because they made them a holistically developed individual even if it is too
expensive for them to budget and settle the payment. For the Faculty
member employed by the school are competent respondents rate it as
moderately satisfied, the tuition fee they paid for their field is worth it
because the faculty are competent that they are all satisfied with the
learnings they got from their professors. Lastly, the Facilities and
technology are substantial to help facilitate learning rate as moderate high,
according to Nurum Mohd Said, Jaafar Rogayah and Arzuman Hafizah
(2009) in their study, learning environments in the Kulliyyah (faculty) of
Nursing, International Islamic University Malaysia states that "Good
physical structures and facilities provided by the university are important
too" means that having good structures and facilities around is a much
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students psychosocial and emotional needs. Mentioned good learning
environment can lead to a positive outcome for graduates which can only
be given if they were paid by the precise matriculation that they asked for.
SAN BEDA COLLEGE
according to gender
Gender
Female
Male
TOTAL
Frequency
7
13
20
Percentage
35%
65%
100%
The table shows that most of the respondents from San Beda
College which is graduate and took the board exam are male with a
frequency of 13 which has the percentage of 65 percent while the female
has a frequency of 7 and has a percentage of 35 percent. Male has
greater number than female and that shows that most of male are took the
board exam.
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according to General Weighted Average (GWA).
GWA
1.0 1.5
1.75 2.25
2.5 3.0
TOTAL
Frequency
3
16
1
20
Percentage
15%
80%
5%
100%
Tuition fee
20k and below
20k 30k
31k 50k
51k 70k
71k and above
TOTAL
Frequency
0
0
17
2
1
20
Percentage
0
0
85%
10%
5%
100%
The table shows that almost all of our respondents have a tuition
fee of 31k 50k with a frequency number of 17 and has the percentage of
85 percent. And only 2 have the tuition fee of 51k 70k and only 1 has the
tuition of 71k and above.
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Result of board exam
Board top notcher
100% passing
percentage
Average performance
Low board exam
result
TOTAL
Frequency
8
9
Percentage
30.76%
34.62%
9
0
34.62%
0
26
100%
The table shows that the results of the board exam of university got
high and good performance. It shows that the 100% passing
percentage and average performance has a frequency of 9 and has a
percentage of 34.62 percent and it also has a Board top notcher with a
frequency of 8 and has a percentage of 30.76 percent then this table
shows that it has a good performance in board exams.
according to how they prepare for board exam..
How they prepare
for board exam
Textbooks
Group study
On-site
Tutorial
Didnt specifically
prepare
Others:
TOTAL
Frequency
Percentage
15
13
16
5
0
30.61%
26.53%
32.65%
10.21%
0
0
49
0
100%
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32.65 percent, followed by a frequency number of 15 with a percentage of
30.61 percent which is they used a textbooks: second is the group study
with a frequency of 13 with a percentage of 26.53 percent, and next is the
tutorial with a frequency of 5 and percentage of 10.21 percent and none of
them answered that they didnt specifically prepared.
How long they
prepare for board
exam
1 6 months
7 12 months
1 year and above
TOTAL
Frequency
Percentage
18
2
0
20
90%
10%
0
100%
The table shows that 1 to 6 months has greater number who

percentage of 90 percent rather than to 7 to 12 months with a frequency of
2 and has a percentage of 10 percent while theres no respondents that
reviewed for a year and above.
according to How many times did take the board exam.
How many times did
take the board exam
Frequency
Percentage
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Once
Twice
Thrice
TOTAL
16
4
0
20
80%
20%
0
100%
The table shows that most of the graduate respondents in school B

took the board exam once only with a frequency of 16 and has a
percentage of 80 percent and only 4 of the respondents that took the
board exam twice.
Statement
school.
the board exam.
Mean
4.3
4.1
4.1
4.5
4.35
Interpretatio
n
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
Very much
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
Respondents rate the curriculum is comprehensive and complete in

subject contents moderately satisfied, it means that the school is globally
competitive and the curriculum is well organized. For the training in school
can be applied in reality or outside the school, rate moderately satisfied
the respondents are confident enough to say that the knowledge and skills
they got in their school is enough. The training in school prepared me for
that the graduates in this school are moderately satisfied with the training
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they got in their alma mater. Curriculum and training equip us for board
exam rate as very much satisfied it means that the training in school can
really equips you the knowledge and skills for board exam. Respondents
rate moderately satisfied the training provided by the school is globally
competitive, because the students during their school days gives them an
idea on what job they will apply after college because of the advance
training students help them become globally competitive.
Table 18: Mean responses of the respondents how they rate the tuition
fee paid for the course to the quality of education you get.
Statement
Mean

practicum.
4.35

3.95
4.35
Interpretatio
n
Moderate
High
Moderate
High
3.7
Moderate
High
Moderate
High
3.4
High
3.95
Moderate
High
The table shows that almost all of the respondents answered all the
questions with moderately high. Then it shows that almost of the students
is satisfied and the tuition fee that they paid is appropriate with the quality
of education they got. It is related to what Nurum Mohd Said, Jaafar
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Rogayah and Arzuma Hafizah (2009) he said that "Good physical

structures and facilities provided by the university are important too" they
discussed that having good structures and facilities around is a much
students psychosocial and emotional needs. Then if theres good funding
in the schools, it can provide the right quality of education that the
students need. It can provide high quality facilities and can employed
competent professors.
University of the East
according to the Gender.
Gender
Female
Male
TOTAL
Frequency
8
12
20
Percentage
40%
60%
100%
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The table shows that majority of the respondents from the

University of the East who took the board exam are male with a frequency
of 12 which has the percentage of 60 percent while the female has a
frequency of 8 and has a percentage of 40 percent. Male has greater
number than female and that shows that most of male took the board
exam.
according to the GWA.
GWA
1.0 1.5
1.75 2.25
2.5 3.0
TOTAL
Frequency
5
14
1
20
Percentage
25%
70%
5%
100%
1.0-1.5 with a frequency of 5 and has a percentage of 25 percent and the
lowest number of respondents with a frequency number of 1 and has the
according to the tuition fee.
Tuition fee
20k and below
Frequency
0
Percentage
0
50
20k 30k
31k 50k
51k 70k
71k and above
TOTAL
2
12
6
0
20
10%
60%
30%
0
100%
The table shows that majority of our respondents have a tuition fee
of 31k 50k with a frequency number of 12 and has the percentage of 60
percent.
Result of board exam
Board top notcher
100% passing
percentage
Average performance
Low board exam
result
TOTAL
Frequency
15
0
Percentage
68%
0
7
0
32%
0
22
100%
board top notcher with a frequency of 15 and has a percentage of 68
percent it means that this university produces top notcher students,
followed by an Average Performance with a frequency of 7 and has a
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How they prepare
for board exam
Textbooks
Group study
On-site
Tutorial
Didnt specifically
prepare
Others:
Hand outs
Board exam
questionnaire
Self-study
TOTAL
Frequency
Percentage
13
10
14
3
0
31%
24%
33%
7%
0
5%
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100%
percent which is they used a textbooks: second the group study with a
frequency of 10 with a percentage of 24 percent, next is the others which
is they prepare to use handouts, self-study and use a board exam
questionnaires with a frequency number of 2 and percentage of 5% and
lastly the tutorial with a frequency of 3 and percentage of 7percent.
according to how many times did take the board exam.
How many times did
take the board exam
Frequency
Percentage
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Once
Twice
Thrice
TOTAL
18
2
0
20
90%
10%
0
100%
The table shows that majority of the graduate respondents in university

took the board exam once only with a frequency of 18 and has a
percentage of 90 percent. And 2 out of 20 took the board exam twice.
Statement
school.
the board exam.
Mean
4.15
4.15
4.1
4.2
4.05
Interpretatio
n
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
This question is formed to know that respondents are how satisfied

with the training they got from their school. The above figure shows that
the respondents are moderately satisfied with the statement that the
curriculum is comprehensive and complete in subject contents: the school
should maintain the same standard they provide for their students to get
the quality of education they deserve. For the statement that the training in
school can be applied in reality or outside the school, respondents are
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moderately satisfied; because they found other ways they needed and
paved their own road to success. For the statement that the training in
school prepared me for employment opportunities, respondents are
moderately satisfied; because their schools provide everything they can
learn before facing the reality of being an employment. For the fourth
statement, the respondents are moderately satisfied with the curriculum
and training equips us for the board exam; so that they are ready and well
prepared after they took board exam. And for the last statement, the
respondents are moderately satisfied with the training provided by the
school is globally competitive; because they have a good competitive
edge in getting much better job positions.
Statement
practicum.
Mean
3.95
4.15
4.15
Interpretatio
n
Moderate
high
Moderate
high
Moderate
high
4.15
Moderate
high
4.05
Moderate
high
Moderate
high
3.85
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This question is formed to know how the respondents rate the

tuition fee paid for the course of quality of education they get. The above
figure shows that the majority of respondents are moderately satisfied with
the objectives they set for their practicum; because they are willing to
spend time to reach their objective goals. For the statement that subjects
are taken enough to prepare me for a job, the ratings are moderately high.
For the fourth statement that activities (Academic and Extracurricular) of
the school organization provide opportunities for learning to students, the
ratings are moderately high; because through participation to academic
and extracurricular activities the development of individuals capabilities
can better preparing them for any future challenges they might face. The
statement that the tuition fee is commensurate with the trainings got in
school, the respondents are moderately satisfied; because they are willing
to pay that high tuition fee for the training they can learn and experience.
And lastly, the facilities and technologies are substantial to help facilitate
learning, the ratings are moderately high; because we are in a modern
age, the modernize technologies and facilities are a big help to make our
lives easier and the respondents are willing to spend a lot of money for
that.
University of Santo Tomas
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Gender
Female
Male
TOTAL
Frequency
12
8
20
Percentage
60%
40%
100%
Majority of the respondents from UST were female with a frequency

of 12 or 60 percent while the male had a frequency of 8 or 40 percent.
GWA
1.00 1.50
1.75 2.25
2.50 3.00
TOTAL
Frequency
4
16
0
20
Percentage
20%
80%
0
100%
The table shows the general weighted average (GWA) of the

respondents. Out of 20 respondents from UST, 4 have a GWA of 1-1.5 or
20 percent, and 16 have a GWA of 1.75-2.225 or 80 percent.
Tuition fee
20 000 and below
21 000 30 000
31 000 50 000
51 000 70 000
71 000 and above
TOTAL
Frequency
1
3
8
5
3
20
Percentage
5%
15%
40%
25%
15%
100%
The table shows the range of tuition fees in the university, and
majority paid 31k-50k with a frequency of 8 out of 20 or 40 percent.
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according to the results of board exam.
Results of board exam
Topnotcher
100%
Low Board
Average Performance
TOTAL
Frequency
15
7
0
4
26
Percentage
58%
27%
0
15%
100%
The table shows that University of Santo Tomas produce top

notcher graduates with a frequency of 15 or 58 percent. There were also 7
or 27 percent of respondents who said that the university has a 100%
passing rate in the board exams.
according to how they prepared for your board exam.
How did you prepare for
your board exam
Textbooks
Group Study
Did not prepare
Others
On Site
Tutorial
TOTAL
Frequency
Percentage
14
10
0
2
11
3
40
35%
25%
0
5%
28%
7%
100%
The table shows some ways on how the students prepare for their
board exams. It resulted that the students from UST prepare mostly by
reading textbooks with a frequency of 14 or 35 percent, followed by
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enrolling in an onsite review center with a frequency of 11 or 28 percent,

and lastly by group study with a frequency of 10 or 25 percent.
according to how long you prepared for your board examination.
How long did you prepare
for your board
examination
1 6 months
7 12 months
1 year and above
TOTAL
Frequency
Percentage
18
1
1
20
90%
5%
5%
100%
The table shows the length of preparation the students do before

they take the board exams. It resulted that majority of the students
prepare 1-6 months with a frequency of 18 or 90 percent.
according to how many times they took the board exam.
How many times did you
take the board exam
Once
Twice
Thrice and above
Frequency
20
0
0
Percentage
100%
0
0
TOTAL
20
100%
The table shows how many times the student take the board exams
until they passed. It resulted that students from UST passed in the first
take with a frequency of 20 or 100 percent.
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Statement
school.
the board exam.
Mean
4.7
4.7
4.85
4.7
4.85
Interpretatio
n
Very much
satisfied
Very much
satisfied
Very much
satisfied
Very much
satisfied
Very much
satisfied
The table shows how satisfied the respondents with the training
they got from their school. It is clear that the respondents is very much
satisfied with the statement that the curriculum is comprehensive and
complete in subject contents, they are willing to spend money for this
contents because it helps them to get a better job in the future. For the
statement that the training in school can be applied in reality or outside the
school, respondents is very much satisfied because it help the student
become aware in their experiences in their different training. The
respondents is very much satisfied with the training in school prepared me
for employment opportunities, because it helps the students become
aware and well prepared for job employment. For the statement that the
curriculum and training equip us for the board exam, the results further
show that the respondents is very much satisfied. And for the training
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provided by the school is globally competitive, the respondents is very

much satisfied because they want to have a high quality of education, so
the students is willing to spend money to enrolled in that university.
Through that, the schools become more competitive.
Statement
practicum.
Mean
4.45
Interpretatio
n
Very high
4.55
Very high
4.55
Very high
4.65
Very high
4.6
Very high
4.5
Very high
The table shows how the respondents rate the tuition fee paid for
the course to the quality of education they get. The respondents rate very
high with the statement that the tuition fee is commensurate with the
trainings got in school because they are agree that the trainings they got
from their school is worth it to paid the tuition fee. For the statement that I
achieve the objectives set for my practicum, the respondents rate very
high because they achieve their objectives or goal for their practicum. The
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respondents rate very high with the statement that the subjects taken
more enough to prepare me for a job because they learned and prepared
enough to find a job. For the statement that the activities (academic and
extracurricular) of the school organization provides opportunities for
learning to student, the respondents rate very high because their school
organization gives student an opportunities to learn. The respondents rate
very high with the statement that the faculty members employed by the
school are competent because they have a necessary skills or ability to do
their job. And lastly, for the statement that the faculties and technology are
substantial to help facilitate learning, the respondents rate very high
because they are helping student to learn and improve their learning skills.
Gender
Female
Male
TOTAL
Frequency
13
7
20
Percentage
65%
35%
100%
The table shows that most of the respondents from the Far Eastern
University which is graduate and took the board exam are female with a
frequency of 13 which has the percentage of 65 percent while the male
has a frequency of 7 and has a percentage of 35 percent. Female has
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greater number than male and that shows that most of female are took the
board exam.
according to GWA.
GWA
1.0 1.5
1.75 2.25
2.5 3.0
TOTAL
Frequency
4
15
1
20
Percentage
20%
75%
5%
100%
Tuition fee
20k and below
20k 30k
31k 50k
51k 70k
71k and above
TOTAL
Frequency
0
4
11
4
1
20
Percentage
0
20%
55%
20%
5%
100%
The table shows that most of our respondents have a tuition fee of
31k 50k with a frequency number of 11 and has the percentage of 55
62
percent.
according to result of board exam.
Result of board
exam
Board top notcher
100% passing
percentage
Average performance
Low board exam
result
TOTAL
Frequency
Percentage
9
3
43%
14%
9
0
43%
0
21
100%
average performance with a frequency of 9 and has a percentage of 43
percent it means that some of students took a board exam were passed,
followed by a Board topnotch with a frequency of 9 and has the same
percentage by an average performance a percentage of 43 percent and it
means that even if the result is average they still in top followed by a 100
percent passing percentage with a frequency of 3 and percentage of 14
percent and last the low board exam that has a frequency number of 0
with a percentage of 0 percent it means that the university is in a 50
percent average performance overall.
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How they prepare
for board exam
Textbooks
Frequency
Percentage
20%
Group study
9%
On-site
17
41%
Tutorial
12%
Didnt specifically
prepare
Others:
Review alone
Board exam
questionnaire
Self-study
TOTAL
5%
41
100%
percent which is they used a group study: second the textbooks with a
frequency of 8 with a percentage of 20 percent, next is tutorial prepare
and percentage of 12% and lastly the others and the others which is they
prepare to review alone and use a board exam questionnaires with a
frequency of 2 and percentage of 5 percent.
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How long they prepare

for board exam
1 6 months
7 12 months
1 year and above
TOTAL
Frequency
Percentage
16
4
0
20
80%
20%
0
100%
The table shows that 1 to 6 months has greater number who

percentage of 80 percent rather than a 7 to 12 months preparing for their
board exam with a frequency of 4 and has a percentage of 20 percent and
lastly no one reviewed for 1 year and above.
according to how many times did take the board exam.
How many times did
take the board exam
Once
Twice
thrice
TOTAL
Frequency
Percentage
16
4
0
20
80%
20%
0
100%
The table shows that all of the graduate respondents in university took
the board exam once only with a frequency of 16 and has a percentage of
80 percent and others take the exam twice with a frequency of 4 and has
a percentage of 20 percent.
Statement
Mean
Interpretatio
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school.
the board exam.
4.3
4.45
4.4
4.55
4.45
n
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
Moderately
Satisfied
Very much
satisfied
Moderately
satisfied
The table shows that the former student of far eastern university
are moderately satisfied with the curriculum comprehensive and complete
in subject contents means that they are more usable and progressive
when you graduated from that school . Also a moderately satisfied with
the training in school can be applied in reality or outside the school it
means that they are willing to pay high tuition fee because they can apply
it outside the premises and they can get a better job because they were
known as a well-trained student. A moderately satisfied with the training in
school prepared them for employment opportunities it means that they are
willing to spend more money for the tuition fee because it helps them to
benefit more for employment opportunities when it comes to the name of
the said university. Also a very much satisfied with the curriculum and
training equip them for the board exam means that they are competent
enough with the passing percentage of the school and they will benefit
the skills and ability by meeting the standard very well. Lastly a
moderately high with the training provided with the school is globally
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competitive means that the said school is globally known and the student
of the said university can inherit the name of the school.
Statement
Mean

practicum.
4.2

4.35
Interpretatio
n
Moderate
High
Moderate
High
4.1
Moderate
High
4.35
Moderate
High
4.3
Very High
4.3
Moderate
High
The table shows that the former student of far eastern university
who took the board exam rated moderately high with the tuition fee
commensurate with the training they got in school means that they are
prepared enough to take the board exam because the school taught them
to be professional. And the student rated the school a moderately high
with they achieve the objectives set for their practicum means that they
experience in their on the job training really help them with their job duties
or even work they are really satisfied with the miscellaneous they paid.
Also they rated moderately high with the subject taken more enough to
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prepare them for a job means that they are satisfied enough for what the
school taught them because they can apply it outside the premises. Also
rated a moderately high with the activities of the school organization
provides opportunities for learning to student means that they were
benefited enough with the activities they gain and being taught or
experience in the school. Also a moderately high with the Faculty
members employed by the school are competent means that the faculty
members are well competitive and successful in their experiences in
teaching the student. Lastly the student rated the school a moderately
high in facilities and technology are substantial to help facilitate learning
means that the school are well competent by providing the student an
easier and better experience inside the said school premises

CHAPTER 5
Summary of Findings, Conclusion, and Recommendations
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This chapter presents the summary or the research work

undertaken, the conclusions drawn and the recommendations made as an
outgrowth of this study that will provide general conclusions about the
survey findings by reviewing the research questions.
Summary of Findings
Provided the following summarized suggestions based on research
findings for the relationship between the matriculation and the quality of
graduates that the researchers will use the result of board exam passers.
This study summarizes the following findings:
1. Profile of the respondents
1.1 Students
1.1.1 Centro Escolar University
The majority of the respondents were female. Respondents
got 1.75- 2.25 GWA bracket with the percentage of 45.
1.1.2 San Beda College
Majority of the respondents were male. Respondents got
1.75-2.25 GWA bracket with the percentage of 80.
1.1.3 University of the East
Majority of the respondents were male. Respondents got
1.1.4 University of Santo Tomas
Majority of the respondents were female. Respondents got
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1.1.4 Far Eastern University

Majority of the respondents were female. Respondents got
1.75-2.25 bracket with the percentage of 75.
1.2 Colleges/ Universities
1.2.1 Centro Escolar University
Majority of the respondents indicated that their tuition fee is 31k50k.
1.2.2 San Beda College
Majority of the respondents indicated that their tuition fee is 31k50k.
1.2.3 University of the East
Majority of the respondents indicated that their tuition fee is
31k-50k.
1.2.4 University of Santo Tomas
The respondents indicated that their tuition fee is 31k-50k.
1.2.5 Far Eastern University
The respondents indicated that their tuition fee is 31k-50k.
2. Board Exam Results of courses in the selected Universities
2.1 Centro Escolar University
The findings revealed that the majority of the respondents got
the average performance with the percentage of 44.
2.2 San Beda College
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the 100% passing percentage and average performance with
the percentage of 34.62.
2.3 University of the East
the highest place, the board top notcher with the percentage of
68.
2.4 University of Santo Tomas
Majority of the respondents got the board top notcher with the
percentage of 58.
2.5 Far Eastern University
Majority of the respondents got the board top notcher and
average performance with the percentage of 43.
3. The results of board exam in selected universities with
higher TF and lower TF
The findings revealed that all of our selected universities got the
same tuition fee amounting to 31k-50k, although the results of
board exams were different.
Recommendation
This study recommends the following:
1. Surveying the board exam passers in every college or university is
a though challenge. You must make way to talk to them personally
or online individually.
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2. When you conduct the survey questionnaire make sure to enlarged

the letter size and administered the questionnaire in person or even
online, there are still many missing values in the returned
questionnaires. This could be caused by the length of the survey. I
suggest that future questionnaires be kept short and simple.
3. Give yourself a time to ask or to please somebody to help you
when you conduct youre survey questionnaires because in the end
of the day youll get the respondents fast and reliable from youre
sources.
4. Seek help with a statistician for you to be able to get the right and
correct formula with the result of your survey questionnaire.
5. To improve in your respondents make sure that they have a lot of
board exam passers for you to be able to get through fast in your
research.
6. Bother, annoy someone to answer youre questionnaire if
necessary and needed.
Conclusion
This study recommends the following:
1. To achieve quality education from your matriculation.
2. To achieve satisfaction from training in school for preparing them
for employment.
3. To achieve if the curriculum is comprehensive and complete in
subject content.
4. To achieve competencies in selected college or university from the
result of the board exam.
5. To achieve opportunities for the fresh graduates from selected
college or university.
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6. To facilitate incoming freshman to choose the best college or

university.
7. To achieve high ranking globally professionals
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Books
Nurum Mohd Said, Jaafar Rogayah and Arzuman Hafizah Quality
Assurance for Higher Education Developing and Managing Quality
Assurance for Higher Education Systems and Institution in Asia and
Pacific. Bangkok: UNESCOPROAP. HKCAA (1995)
M. T. Corpus Historical Perspective of the Philippine Quality Assurance
System
R. N. Padua International Higher Education Quality Assurance
B. Taylor Defining the Location of Responsibility for Institutional Quality
Assurance
73
Astin, A.W. (1991). Assessment for Excellence: The Philosophy and

Practice of Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education. New York:
Macmillan.
Website
http://www.aaccupqa.org.ph/Journal%20of%20Philippine%20Higher
%20Education%20Quality%20Assurance.pdf
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LETTER OF RESPONDENT
Dear Respondents,
We the third year students of Centro Escolar University taking up
BSBA Management Accounting, are presently conducting a Research
entitled Rational Matching on Matriculation and Quality of Education.
In this connection, may we request you to answer the
questionnaire. Please answer the questions as honest as possible.
Truthful responses would provide strong bases in our study. Any
information obtained in this study will remain confidential.
We appreciate your time and generosity. Thank you and God bless.
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The
Researchers
Checked by:
Approved by:
_____________________
_______________________
Dr. Bella Marie L. Fabian
Prof. Melito S. Salazar Jr.
Research Adviser
Dean, School of Accountancy

and Management
Survey Questionnaire
Name (optional): _____________________________________________
I. Direction: Please check the space provided for your personal
information.
Gender:
__ Male
School:
__ University of the East

__ San Beda College
__ Far Eastern University
__ Centro Escolar University
__ University of Santo Tomas
__ Others,Please Specify___________________________
__ 1.00 1.5
__ 1.75 2.25
__ 2.25 3.0
GWA:
__Female
75
Tuition Fee: __ Php 20 and below __ Php 20 30

__ Php 51 70
__ Php 31 50
__ Php 71 and above
II.
1. What are the board exam courses offered in your school?
__ Pharmacy
__ Medical tech
__ Criminology
__Optometry
__ Education
__ Dentistry
__ Architecture
__Engineering
__ Law
__ Nursing
__Accountancy
2. What are the results of Board Exam from your school for the past 3
years?
__ Board Top notcher
__ Low board exam result
__100% passing percentage
__ Average Performance
Direction: Put a check on the box that corresponds to your choice of
answer.
1. How did you prepare for your board exam?
Textbooks
On Site Board Review Enrolled Classes
Group Study
Tutorial
Didnt Specifically Prepare

Others, Please Specify __________________________________
2. How long did you prepare for your Board Examination?
1 6 mos.
7 12 mos.
1 year and above
3. How many times did you take the board exam?

Once
Twice
Thrice and Above
Direction: Please rate by putting a check on the box on each of the

following statements.
A. How satisfied where are the ratings are you with the training you got
from your school?
Very
much
satisfied
5
Moderately
satisfied
Satisfied
Minimally
satisfied
Not at
all
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1. The curriculum is
comprehensive and
complete in subject
contents.
2. The training in
school can be
applied in reality or
outside the school.
3. The training in
school prepared me
for employment
opportunities.
4. Curriculum and
training equipped
us for the board
exam.
5. The training
provided by the
school is globally
competitive.
B. How do you rate the tuition fee paid for your course to the quality
of education you received?
Very
High
5
1. The tuition fee is
commensurate with
the trainings I got in
school.
2. I achieve the
objectives set for my
practicum.
3. Subjects taken
are more than
enough to prepare
me for a job.
4. Activities
(Academic and
Moderately
High
4
High
Low
Very
Low
1
77
extracurricular) of
the school
organization
provides
opportunities for
learning to students.
5. Faculty members
employed by the
school are
competent.
6. Facilities and
technology are
substantial to help
facilitate learning.
CURRICULUM VITAE
Jobelle T. Pulido
Purok 3 Zone 6 Peafrancia Cupang
Antipolo City
(+63)9155571628
pulido.jobelle@yahoo.com
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Nickname
Jobelle
Age
18
Birthdate
April 16, 1996
Gender
Female
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Nationality
Religion
Father's Name
Mother's Name
Filipino
Catholic
Johnson Pulido
Belinda Pulido
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT
Primary Center
The Blessed Achievers Learning

Purok 3 Zone 6 Peafrancia Cupang
Anitpolo City
2003 2009
Secondary
Roosevelt College Cainta

Sumulong Highway Cainta Rizal
2009 2013
Tertiary

Mendiola, Manila
2013- present
ACHIEVEMENTS
Top Academic
2009
Champion Mix badminton
2013
Ureta, Lei Patrice L.
880 E San Sebastian St. Kagitingan,
Tondo Manila
(+63)9169696020
Trishureta@yahoo.com
Nickname
Age
Birthdate
Gender
Nationality
Religion
Mother's Name
Guardians Name
Trish
19
February 28, 1996
Female
Filipino
Catholic Christian
Lilibeth Ureta
Arlene Pawaan
79
Primary
Rosauro Almario Elementary

School
Kagitingan St, Tondo Manila
2004 2008
Secondary
The National Teachers College

J. Nepomuceno St, Quiapo,
Manila
2008 2012
Tertiary

C.M.Recto, Manila
2012-2013
Mendiola, Manila
2013 - Present
ACHIEVEMENTS
Top Academic
Best in English
Buwan ng Wika Champion
1st Place Parole Making Contest
2012
Lucero, Rose Karen A.
1493 Corvette Street Thunderbird Subdivision
Camarin Caloocan City Metro Manila
(+63)9999829689
Lucero_rosekaren@yahoo.com
2009-2011
2012
2012
2010-
Nickname
Age
Birthdate
Gender
Nationality
Religion
Father's name
Mother's name
Karen
18
April 19, 1997
Female
Filipino
Catholic
Reynaldo Lucero
Eva Lucero
80
Primary
Tanque Elementary School

Tanque Pio V. Corpus Masbate
2003-2009
Secondary
Tanque National High School

Tanque Pio V. Corpus Masbate
2009-2013
Tertiary

Mendiola, Manila
2013-present
ACHIEVEMENTS
Top Academic
2003-2012
Narvaza, Jenica Lezlie O.

2386 Laura St. , Pandacan, Manila
(+63)9055676523
Jenicanarvaza@yahoo.com
Nickname
Age
Birthdate
Gender
Nationality
Religion
Fathers Name
Mothers Name
Jen
18
October 20, 1996
Female
Filipino
Roman Catholic
Melchor Narvaza
Lenie Narvaza
81
Primary
Bani East Central School

Poblacion, Bani, Pangasinan
2003-2009
Secondary
Western Pangasinan Lyceum

Poblacion, Bani Pangasinan
2009-2013
TERTIARY

Mendiola, Manila
2013-present
ACHIEVEMENTS
Best in Math
Academic award
Academic award
Champion WNCAA Cheerleading Competition
2013
2009
2013
2015
Melo, Camille B.
4 Spur St. Horshoe Bonanza Subd.
Fortune Ave., Marikina City
(+63)9067156630
Melocamille@yahoo.com
Nickname
Age
Birthdate
Gender
Nationality
Camille
20
September 5,1995
Female
Filipino
82
Religion
Father's Name
Mother's Name
Catholic
Jose Francisco P. Melo
Silvia Bona B. Melo
EDUCATIONA ATTAINMENT
Primary Center
Victoria School Foundation
Marikina Heights, Marikina City
2002 2008
Secondary
Victoria School Foundation

Marikina Heights, Marikina City
2008 2012
Tertiary

C.M.Recto, Manila
2012-2013
Mendiola, Manila
2013- present
ACHIEVEMENTS
Best in Math
2008 and 2012
VIA Vision in Action
Leadership Training
2011
Carlos, Andrea Shelline A.
13-A Tambangan St. Tayug Kalumpang,
Marikina City
(+63)9157628916
andreashelline@yahoo.com
Nickname
Age
Birthdate
Gender
Nationality
Religion
Father's Name
Mother's Name
Carlos
Andy
19
July 18,1996
Female
Filipino
Catholic
Anthony C. Carlos
Bella Shiela A.
83
Primary Center
Kalumpang Elementary School

Kagitingan,Kalumpang,Marikina
City,Metro Manila
2002 2008
Secondary
Our Lady of Perpetual Succor College

Concepcion Uno, Marikina, Kalakhang
Manila
2009 2013
Tertiary

Mendiola, Manila
2013 - Present
ACHIEVEMENT
Academic Award
2008
Gamilla,Vince Carl Lawrence M.

1325 Catanos St., Sampaloc Manila
(63)9064765378
Vincecarl_gamilla@yahoo.com
Nickname
Age
Birthdate
Gender
Nationality
Religion
Father's Name
Mother's Name
Vince
19
July 19 1996
Male
Filipino
Catholic
Carlo Andre Gamilla
Emillie Gamilla
84
Primary Center
Mary The Queen

Educational Foundation
San Jose Dr, Poblacion,
Alaminos, Pangasinan
2003-2009
Secondary
Mary The Queen

Educational Foundation
San Jose Dr, Poblacion,
Alaminos, Pangasinan
2009-2013
Tertiary

Mendiola, Manila
2013 - Present
ACHIEVEMENT
Loyalty Awards
2003-2013

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1

CENTRO ESCOLAR UNIVERSITY

Many colleges and universities believe that the board examination

accessible to all. Pursuant to this, the Commission on Higher Education

Centro Escolar University is a private, nonsectarian higher

Work and Mass Communication. The

recognitions from several institutions attest to its quality programs Full

CEU-PACE aspires to be the preferred center in professional and

FEU has been recognized as one of the leading universities in the

administrators and faculty, expert physicians and nursing leaders,

San Beda College

San Beda College (El Colegio de San Beda) was established in

wide, becoming one of the chief formative factors in the development of

University of the East

Imploring the aid of Divine Providence, the University of the East

scholarship, goodwill among nations and constructive educational

4. To promote the advancement of knowledge through the cultivation of

6. Uttermost endeavor to attain and keep a position at the vanguard of

The University of Santo Tomas, the Pontifical and Catholic

constant pursuit of the truth;

quest for excellence in the field of their choice

differences in cultures, races, and religions

country, and as inhabitants of this planet;

hallmarks of Thomasians who are noticeable for taking the challenge to

the truth to form servant-leaders who espouse Thomasian ideals and

6. Physical Resources to have the physical environment ideal for the

Figure 1.1 Map of University Belt

surveying the respondents, and collecting useful information from selected

This study will benefit the Teachers because this study

graduates from Centro Escolar University, San Beda College, University of

Cut-off. This refers to a possible lowest possible score in a

CENTRO ESCOLAR UNIVERSITY

researchers deep insight, clearer understanding and better interpretation

Through tracer study, an institution able to evaluate the quality of

participants were correlated with their success in licensure examination

scholastic achievement, such as discipline and work priorities, and they

CENTRO ESCOLAR UNIVERSITY

research instruments to be used, the procedure of data gathering, and the

To accomplish the study, the researchers will conduct a survey for

The following instruments will be used in the conduct of the research:

This study will consist of 4 stages:

2. Arithmetic mean is used to estimate the level of performance of

CENTRO ESCOLAR UNIVERSITY

Centro Escolar University

the lowest number of respondents with a frequency number of 5 and has

20k and below

Low board exam

33 percent, followed by a frequency number of 11 with a percentage of 28

The table shows that 1 to 6 months has a greater number who

For the statement that the curriculum is comprehensive and

make their students more prepared for job employment or business

1. The tuition fee is commensurate

3. Subjects taken more enough to

6. Facilities and technology are

Respondents moderate high with the tuition fee is commensurate

impact to the learning environment of the students which can lead to a

Table 11: Frequency distribution of the respondents when grouped

Table 13: Frequency distribution of the respondents when grouped

The table shows that 1 to 6 months has greater number who

The table shows that most of the graduate respondents in school B

Respondents rate the curriculum is comprehensive and complete in

1. The tuition fee is commensurate

3. Subjects taken more enough to

Tuition Fee: Php 20 and below Php 20 30