This paper aims to analyze and discuss the psychological and sociological effects of colorism on the Black community and how that affects matriculation in secondary and higher education and social mobility. Moreover, the research will answer the following question: How does colorism affect dark-skinned Black students' social mobility, sense of belonging, and engagement in education? Utilizing a series of peer-reviewed articles and books, the research compiled in this analysis will add to the existing literature around colorism while focusing on the experiences of darker-skinned students.