[Amarillo Area Foundation](https://amarilloareafoundation.org)

March 2027 (General scholarship application deadline)

Not specified; varies by year and applicant need.

Supports Texas Panhandle students with a strong work ethic, planning to attend Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University, regardless of major.

--- ## Description The Robert A. "Bob" and Margaret W. Kesterson Scholarship, administered by the Amarillo Area Foundation, is designed to assist students from the Texas Panhandle who have demonstrated a strong work ethic by maintaining employment during high school and who intend to continue working while attending college. The scholarship is open to students planning to attend Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University, regardless of their chosen field of study. Its primary aim is to recognize and support hardworking students who balance employment with academic pursuits. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated/projected, annual general scholarship application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The specific award amount for this scholarship is not published. The Amarillo Area Foundation awards and renews scholarships based on available funds and applicant need, which may vary from year to year. --- ## Eligibility - **Residency:** Must reside in one of the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. - **Education Level:** High school senior planning to attend college. - **Work Requirement:** Must be employed during high school and plan to continue working while in college. - **Academic Requirement:** Minimum 2.0 GPA to apply. - **Institution:** Must plan to attend or be attending Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University. - **Field of Study:** Open to all majors. --- ## Application Process - Complete the [General Application](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/) on the Amarillo Area Foundation portal—only one application is required for all foundation scholarships. - Be prepared to document: - Employment during high school and intention to work during college - Academic record (transcript showing minimum 2.0 GPA) - Proof of residency in the Texas Panhandle - Plans to attend Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University - Additional documents may include: - Official high school transcript - IRS tax form 1040 or Student Aid Report (SAR) - Resume (2 pages or less) - ACT/SAT scores (if applicable) --- ## Additional Information - Applicants are encouraged to review all eligibility requirements and prepare supporting documents before starting the application. - The foundation’s application portal typically opens in January, with the deadline projected for March each year. - Only one application is needed to be considered for all eligible scholarships through the Amarillo Area Foundation. --- ## External Links - [Amarillo Area Foundation Scholarship Overview](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/26-scholarships) - [General Application Portal](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/) - [College Scholarships Information](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/college-scholarships/) - [Applicant Information & Checklist](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/scholarship/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Phone | 806-376-4521 | | Contact Page| [https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact/](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact/) | ---

Robert A. "Bob" and Margaret W. Kesterson Scholarship

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