Participation in higher education in Indonesia remains a strategic issue, particularly among vocational high school graduates. This phenomenon is influenced by negative perceptions of bachelor's degree graduates, a strong work and migration orientation, and weak motivation to pursue knowledge. This activity aims to increase student motivation and awareness in continuing their education to higher education through Islamic values-based motivational training at SMKN 2 Pariaman City. The approach used was participatory and educational, using training methods, reflective discussions, higher education counseling, and internalization of Islamic values regarding the importance of seeking knowledge. Data were collected through post-activity observations and participant reflections, then analyzed descriptively and qualitatively. The results showed an increase in student understanding of the urgency of higher education, a change in perceptions of the academic world, and increased motivation and interest in continuing their studies to higher education. Islamic values-based mentoring has proven effective in building academic awareness and future orientation in students, thus contributing positively to efforts to increase participation in higher education. Keywords: Motivation Training, Islamic Values, Higher Education
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