The current study looked at how queer college students experienced forming and being a part of a chosen family. Hermeneutic phenomenological methodology was used to develop the study and analyze the results. Two interviews conducted with each student yielded interesting insights into the phenomenon, and journaling by the researcher deepened the description of the phenomenon. Connections to literature in queer college student development and chosen families are identified, as well implications for the practice of higher education professionals, and directions for future research. [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.]