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On June 6, we celebrated iLEAD Exploration's class of 2024 at a beautiful commencement ceremony. iLEAD Exploration is a tuition-free independent study program serving Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, San Bernardino, and Kern County residents. To learn more, visit iLEADexploration.org.

How many colleges? Reach, Target, Probable? How do I make sure my list of colleges has the right balance of selectivity and financial fit? We will go over how to create a list that is right for you!

In this session, we were joined by NCAA and college athletics guru Dave Morris, who explained the landscape of playing sports in college. In 2023 iLEAD Hybrid/Exploration earned approval from the NCAA to offer approved courses! If you a potential college athlete or the parent of one, this session is for you!

There are so many types of colleges out there! They range in size, location, and personality. Learn about small liberal arts colleges, research universities, specialty colleges, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. We will also discuss different curriculum styles such as a core vs open curriculum.

To take or not to take? That is the question. With this new test-optional and test-free world, how important is the SAT or ACT? What about AP testing? Is the PSAT a good idea? Get your questions answered in this session.

Learn about applying and attending college for students with disabilities. In this session, we discuss the difference between access and success, IDEA vs. ADA, and more.

What should your summer look like?

Skills to focus on as you transition to life after high school.

While many learners believe they need to rack up community service hours, it is actually service to one's own community that matters. Check out this video to understand the difference between community service and service to your community and learn how how community engagement makes a difference!

Don't fall victim to Senioritis! You're in the home stretch and so close to graduation right now!

Learners should spend time doing what they love, not what they think a college wants. Let’s talk about what makes you interesting. Many learners don’t even realize they already participate in pretty impressive extracurricular activities simply because they follow their hearts.

Learn about iLEAD Hybrid/Exploration's high school program.

The single most important factors in college admissions is course rigor and a college preparatory path. College admission staff need to see that a learner is prepared for college level work and will succeed if admitted. They also look to see if a learner has gone beyond the minimum requirements.

The UCs use 13 criteria for admission evaluation. We will explore how learners can take advantage of these 13 criteria. Even though this session focuses on the UC system, the criteria is a great guide for admission to other colleges that use holistic admissions.

College Information Series: Holistic Admission Case Study

College Information Series 2023-2024: Financial Aid: Need Based Aid

College Information Series 2023-2024: Financial Aid: Merit Aid

College Information Series 2023-2024: Loans and Debt

College Information Series 2023-2024: Intro to Financial and & FAFSA

Summer Programs

Concurrent Enrollment Webinar

College Information Series - Intro to financial aid and FAFSA

College Concurrent Enrollment

College Information Series 2023-2024 - Deadlines

AP Exam Registration Info

Join an Exploration High School Club!

College Information Series 23-24 - Application Walkthrough

College Information Series: Deadlines

Career Technical Education (CTE)