Adverse childhood experiences, or ACE, have been shown to cause long-term difficulties in an individual's physical health, impacting their chances of developing diabetes, high blood pressure, heart conditions, and various other medical conditions that can affect day-to-day life. Adversities experienced during childhood, such as physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, neglect, family history of drug addiction, or family history of domestic violence, may significantly affect a person's health if not addressed. While various research studies have focused on childhood adversities, few have explored how childhood adversities have affected an individual's ability to be successful in higher education. This study explored ways adverse childhood experiences have affected an individual's ability to be successful in higher education, specifically individuals within the Latino Community. The research focused on participants between the ages of 25 and 45 who identified as Latino and had completed at least one semester in higher education. Through a mixed methods approach, this research gathered information regarding the specific adversities affecting Latinos, the impact these adversities have had in their higher education career, and how these adversities affect them currently. The data found that components such as generational trauma, cultural beliefs, the type of adversities experienced, and how participants dealt with their mental health needs have affected their ability to be successful during their time in higher education. [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.]