Bob and Margaret W. Kesterson Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Amarillo Area Foundation

For a student in the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle who plans to attend or is attending Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University and major in any field of study. Applicants must be employed during high school, and it is anticipated that the recipient will work while going to college. Must have minimum 2.0 GPA to apply.

Counties available: All 26

High School or College: High School

This scholarship was established in 1989 by Margaret Kesterson for a working student in the 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle who plans to attend or is attending Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University.

Eligibility

• Applicant must be a student in the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle who plans to attend or is attending Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University and major in any field of study;
• Must be working part-time and plan to work while attending college/university; and
• Must exhibit financial need and exemplify leadership and community.

Application

Amarillo Area Foundation (AAF) General Scholarship Application online at aaf.spectrumportal.net

Award Selection

AAF Scholarship Selection Committee

Scholarship Amount

$250/semester for up to 8 semesters

Scholarship Requirements

Each semester's payment is contingent upon meeting the following:

• Recipient must attend college the fall semester immediately following selection;
• Maintain full-time student status (typically 12 credit hours/semester for undergraduate studies);
• Maintain a 2.5 or better cumulative GPA while in college;
• Maintain at least part-time employment; and
• Attend Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University and major in field of choice.