College, for first-generation students, means a chance to make a better life for themselves, to be independent and to have a brighter future. For students who are the first in their families to go to college, it can be tough. Instead of feeling good about what they have achieved, many of these students wonder if they are truly cut out for college. Studies have shown that these students often feel unsure of themselves, and they feel like they do not belong. (Stephens, Hamedani, & Destin, 2014). Many of these students have to work while they are studying to help their families and deal with a lot of pressure(Engle & Tinto,  2008). This article examines impostor syndrome among first-generation college students, their experiences, contributing factors, and possible institutional support strategies. Defining the Impostor Phenomenon  The Impostor phenomenon was first talked about by psychologists Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes in 1978. They said that impostor phenomenon…