The current article examines the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) five benchmarks: level of academic challenge, level of active and collaborative learning, student-faculty interaction, enriching educational experiences, and a supportive campus environment to assess the student engagement experiences of student athletes at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This literary analysis explores the quality of student engagement among student-athletes at HBCUs and its impact on learning, development, and retention. Findings show support for the continued success of HBCUs student engagement efforts among student-athletes. Recommendations and areas in need of further research are also outlined to provide a more holistic account of student engagement efforts at HBCUs.