College and career readiness are important because they work to set students up for success in their future. Being prepared for college is integral to a student's career journey. It is crucial that students be prepared for the coursework they will face in college in an effort to alleviate the culture shock that sometimes can occur when students are not ready for the leap from high school level learning to more complex education that is offered in a university setting. Career readiness is also significant in the way that it helps students make informed decisions about their professional ambitions. Teaching students about their college and career options empowers them to be mindful of their future and as such, this sort of readiness lays the groundwork for successful livelihoods.