Your Path to a Security Career, Fully Funded
VETS² invests in veterans who are ready to invest in themselves. Start with a quick inquiry and we'll walk you through the rest.
Eligibility
Other characters of service, including General (Under Honorable Conditions), are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. If that's you, please still reach out.
We verify service for every applicant. Please do not email a DD-214, Social Security number, or any ID in your first message — we'll tell you exactly how to send proof securely.
What the Scholarship Covers
VETS² pays the direct costs of becoming a licensed armed security guard in Chicago: FOID and PERC application processing, the 20-hour and 28-hour IDFPR courses, OC spray, Axon TASER and ASP certifications, 3 months of BJJ, Stop the Bleed, First Aid/CPR/AED, a professional resume, and interview mentorship.
See the full list →Five Steps
Send an Inquiry
Fill out the short form below. It takes about a minute.
Verify Your Service
We'll reply with simple instructions for confirming your military status, such as a redacted DD-214 or a VA Veteran ID Card.
Get Your Video Guide
Once verified, we'll send your Applicant Video Guide with everything you need to know about the next step.
Record a Short Video
About 90 seconds on your smartphone. It's not an audition — we simply want to get to know you.
Selection & Training
Selected applicants begin the fully funded path to becoming a licensed armed security professional.