Improving baccalaureate degree attainment for transfer students continues to be a key topic across the nation. The Associate Degree for Transfer is the latest attempt to improve outcomes. This quantitative study examines the effectiveness of the Associate Degree for Transfer pathway program as compared to other transfer pathway programs over a three year period. Specifically focusing on impacts to African American Males. Additionally, the study examines the impact of the Associates Degree for Transfer in relation to African American Male student success as compared to all other males and African American females. The results of this research indicated that the Associate Degree for Transfer program did not improve outcomes for African American Males at the same or better rate as compared to other males or African American Females. More work is needed to close the opportunity gap for African American Males. [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://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]