One hundred and sixteen doctoral students and graduates of a doctoral program in education (N=116) on the Mexico border were asked to complete a survey developed by the Carnegie Initiative on the Doctorate (CID). Forty seven percent of those surveyed responded (n=50). According to the CID developers, Walker, Golde, Jones, Bueschel and Hutchings, the purpose of the survey is to examine the relationship between student experiences in a doctoral program and the outcomes of doctoral education. Results show that Hispanic doctoral students feel more supported with a structured format to assist them in the development of their proposals, rely on faculty and identify them as mentors, and participate in social events to promote bonding of members. The responses address the full range of responsibilities which may be expected of a holder of the doctorate, including research, teaching, and the application of knowledge and skills in the discipline to practical problems in the world outside the university.