Abstract
The K-12 curriculum had an additional two years in high school and is intended to enhance the student’s specialization in preparation to college. This study compared the academic performance and capabilities of STEM and non-STEM students in the program BSE Mathematics. The researchers used Descriptive Comparative Research Design. It uses two non-manipulative variables: fifteen (15) STEM students and thirty-eight (38) non-STEM students. This study found the capabilities of STEM and non-STEM in terms of; Comprehension in Mathematical Concepts and Process, Problem Solving Ability, and Competencies in College and Advance Algebra. The findings of the study indicated that there is significant difference between the three domains of capabilities of STEM with the overall mean of 3.20 and non-STEM with the mean score of 2.90. The participants of the study demonstrate good enough expectations in the Subject College and Advance Algebra. Moreover, findings revealed that STEM students had higher academic performance compared to non-STEM with an average grade of 1.75 and 2.14, respectively. Therefore, the researchers developed an action plan for non-STEM who obtained the lowest mean in all aspects and recommend to be implemented for it will help in enhancing students’ academic performance and capabilities.
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