Many colleges and universities promote a commitment to diversity on their respective campuses. But among minority students, college retention and graduation rates fall behind their white college peers. This study examined the impact that mentoring has on minority students at predominately white institutions. The results, based on 86 survey respondents and a six-member focus group revealed that participants overwhelmingly agreed with past research that states minorities are more likely to be retained on a college campus when they interact with a faculty member who is invested in their college success (Epps, 1989). Survey results revealed that mentored students had a significantly higher cumulative GPA than non-mentored students. Participants also agreed that key factors in a mentor relationship include but are not limited to professional integrity, content expertise in area of need, suggesting resources, and being accessible. [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://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]