Since Bandura's original study on self-efficacy, many studies have concluded on the importance of self-efficacy and success (Bandura, 1977). Later he studied the contributing factors of how self-efficacy is established (Bandura, 1986). Given the importance of home factors in establishing self-efficacy for students, research needs to occur to attempt to find relationships between specific home factors and a student's self-efficacy. This research adds to the body of literature on student self-efficacy. The researcher examined the relationship between a student's self-efficacy and familial structure, familial support, and parental involvement. [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.]