This is a mixed method study focusing on African-American Female (AAF) student experiences and success in the community college. This study was focused at a large southeastern, comprehensive community college. A chi-squared analysis of extant data concerning questions from the Community College Survey for Student Engagement (CCSSE) instrument was used to identify differences in responses of AAF students compared to White Female (WF) students. Along with the use of a focus group to assist with the qualitative study, findings from this study guided by the three research questions validated that AAF and WF students have comparable yet different experiences in the community college. Conclusions show that intervention is needed to help AAF students persist and complete a program of study. [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.]