Every year, a new set of high school graduates take the opportunity to enroll themselves in tertiary education. This school year, the Philippine education is to cater tertiary education to the pioneering graduates of the newly implemented K-12 curriculum. This study aimed to explore the expectations of incoming freshmen students in their enrollment in a tertiary education institution. A case study design was employed in the study. Colaizzi method was used in the analysis of the data that were gathered. The students expected several things that were categorized into several themes. Quality education, good moral character, and engaging activities were some of the themes that emerged. The result of the study will be used as the basis for the improvement of the service of the institution.