You Don't Have to Build It Alone

A no-cost, intensive entrepreneurship program backed by leading universities, for post-9/11 veterans and military families.

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Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) and Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans' Families (EBV-F) are two tracks of the same program. Applicants must be in the early start-up phase of business development (typically within 12–24 months of launching, or with a strong business concept close to launch).

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What You'll Get

An immersive, in-person residency at a university campus (EBV) or at Florida State University (EBV-F)
A 30-day virtual program led by real instructors
Travel, lodging, and meals covered for the full experience, at no cost
Training backed by leading universities and world-class business schools
A proven track record: 83% of EBV graduates remain in business since the program's founding in 2007

Who's it For?

Post-9/11 U.S. military veteran/National Guard/Reserve member with an honorable discharge
Currently serving active-duty service members within 180 days of separation, with proof of honorable service
Active Duty National Guard and Reserve members with a Letter of Good Standing and Statement of Service
A first-degree family member of a post-9/11 veteran or active duty military (including Guard and Reserve)
A surviving spouse or adult child of a service member who lost their life while serving post-9/11