The three main reasons are economic, political and to get new ideas. Attending universities today will produce the future leaders of tomorrow. College should not be just for the rich and privileged, but for students with desire and will. It is a place where hope, dreams and goals can be realized. It provides hope to students from low-income families. College is a place where diversity is not only welcomed but embraced. More opportunities will open up, without higher education a student can be stuck just getting by in life. College is important because it helps the student become the best person they can be