Amarillo college west campus students achieving success

Amarillo College received a $272,364 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the TRIO Student Support Services Program (CFDA 84.042), effective September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026. This award funds comprehensive supportive services designed to enhance student success and retention at Amarillo College's West Campus location in Amarillo, Texas. The grant supports services targeted at disadvantaged students, including low-income, first-generation, and students with disabilities, with the primary objective of improving academic outcomes and facilitating student persistence through postsecondary education.

Under this grant, Amarillo College will deliver integrated student support services that address academic potential, financial literacy, and overall student success factors. The TRIO Student Support Services Program focuses on increasing retention and graduation rates while facilitating successful transfers from two-year to four-year institutions. These services are delivered directly to student populations on the West Campus, aligning with the college's broader institutional commitment to serving diverse student populations and supporting workforce development through comprehensive educational programming.