Fear of failure has been defined as “persistent and irrational anxiety about failing to measure up to the standards and goals set by oneself or others” (American Psychological Association 2007, p. 369). Failure fearers tend to be anxious, high in self-doubt, and are uncertain about their ability to avoid failure or achieve success (Covington 1992). While these students may work hard and achieve, they tend to be adversely affected by setback as it tends to confirm their doubts about their ability and their uncertain control (Covington 1992; Martin and Marsh 2003).