This research examined, through a qualitative approach, the perceptions of middle school counselors and resources to prepare middle school students to be college and career ready. In the past, there has been a limited amount of research that has been completed on middle school students in the area of college and career readiness, most research has been completed on the high school level. Additionally, the study explored any potential barriers that may be present that prevent the middle school counselor from completing their responsibilities and provided recommendations for school administrators. Future research may utilize this study to research elementary school counselors, school administrators, teachers and parents to assess their perceptions of preparing students for college and career readiness; as there is also a paucity of research that has been completed on this level. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]