The research objective is to describe the students in Islamic boarding schools that have challenges and expectations. The research method is descriptive qualitative through a library study approach. Data collection techniques with documentation studies and data processing with reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. The results of the study: In Islamic boarding schools, there are challenges and hopes within them, among these challenges include (1). Patience is the main key in completing a pesantren activity. (2). The sense of sincerity of every santri must be sincere in carrying out every activity of the pesantren and be able to obey the rules without a heavy heart. (3). Complying with the rules Obeying the rules is an obligation of a student or santri.
