The Hamilton Award recognizes young people for their academic, personal, service and entrepreneurial accomplishments. Winners of the Hamilton Award receive two $500 cash awards to pay for college expenses at their entrance and exit from the Empowerment Program. Furthermore, prior to beginning university, Scholars receive a laptop to assist in their college studies. All applicants should be college-bound high school juniors who are committed to participating in this rigorous five-year curriculum. Students must live in the United States but they don't have to be a resident. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.