International Leadership Conference
What is ILC?
The pinnacle of summer for many involved in HOSA is attending the International Leadership Conference (ILC)! With every international association including Puerto Rico, Italy, Mexico, Canada, and chapters throughout the nation coming together to celebrate the success of members from across the World, the excitement that is found at ILC cannot be matched anywhere else!
Some of the country’s leading healthcare industries provide symposiums, workshops, and exhibits to the future of healthcare professionals during the ILC. In addition to a wealth of leadership opportunities, members will enjoy finding out how well they have mastered their competitive event.
The ILC welcomes anyone who cares to experience the fusion of professionalism, leadership, and enthusiasm of HOSA – Future Health Professionals.
Future ILC Dates:
2026-June 17-20 – Indianapolis Convention Center, Indianapolis, IN
2027-June 23-26 – Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, MD
2028-June 28-July 1 – George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, TX
Visit National HOSA’s ILC page for up-to-date details about hotel information, competitive events, and the schedule.
Questions?
How much does it cost to attend ILC?
- The registration fee is $145/member, parent/guest, or advisor and includes general sessions, entertainment, speakers, educational symposiums, industry tours, media productions, rentals, recognition, program awards, transportation to and from competitive events (when necessary), registration materials, conference program, general conference operating expenses.
- Flights cost around $350-600, depending on destination and how early flights are booked.
- Hotel costs are approximately $250/night for a double bed room.
- Students should plan on about $15-20/breakfast and lunch and about $30 per dinner.
- Other expense: transportation from the airport to the hotel via rideshare or taxi (occasionally hotels have shuttle service).
Do I have to stay in a conference hotel?
Yes, for liability reasons, all members/guests/advisors registered for ILC MUST stay in an approved conference hotel. Those who do NOT stay in an approved hotel will be disqualified from all HOSA activities and events.
Is the registration fee refundable?
Once ILC official registration closes, no refunds will be issued.
What is the dress code?
The dress code is outlined in HOSA Inc.'s Appendix D.
Who can attend?
Any HOSA member in good standing is eligible to attend. You do not have to qualify in a competitive event to attend. Individual chapters may have additional rules regarding attendance.