Emerging adulthood is defined as age-based (18-29 years of age). This age range is central to traditional age collegians who are a very diverse group (i.e., relative to race/ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, relationship status, and educational attainment). In an effort to explore the career development process of college students this article endeavors to discuss student development theories and their correlation to career development. This understanding helps career counselors understand how closely identity development and career are correlated.