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IC College is the immersive ministry school of Igreja da Cidade, lasting one academic year. Classes run Tuesday through Friday, from 8:10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with ministry internships on weekends.
Equipping new leaders to meet contemporary challenges is a central need of today's church and a specific calling of our local church. Our goal is to provide an intensive, in-depth environment for ministry preparation, for disciples eager to influence society and bring revival in these last days.
We believe the local church is where these callings are shaped. IC College offers immersion in an apostolic, prophetic, and pastoral culture, giving students practical experiences within the church through projects and hands-on mentoring. The lead pastors of Igreja da Cidade in São José dos Campos are directly involved in teaching, student development, and the leadership of the school.
The next class is Turma 15, starting in August 2026.
Before enrolling at IC College, applicants must complete the selection process. Those who are accepted can then enroll.
To apply for the selection process, follow these steps:
1) Complete the personal application form. Payment is integrated into the form itself. At the end, choose how to pay the application fee and attach proof of payment within the form. Your application will only be validated after payment confirmation and submission of the receipt.
2) Pay the application fee (check the current price under “SELECTION PROCESS”).
3) If accepted in the first stage (review of the personal form and pastoral recommendation form), the applicant will proceed to the second stage: an online interview.
4) Applications for the August 2026 class close on June 15, 2026.
Our goal is to equip leaders who understand their personal, specific calling on Earth, with an entrepreneurial and bold mindset deeply rooted in the Word and the Spirit.
The program is entirely in person. We believe full immersion in the culture and ministry life of Igreja da Cidade is essential, so we do not offer an online or hybrid option. Students commit to one year of complete immersion at Igreja da Cidade in São José dos Campos/SP.
Classes are held at Campus Colina of Igreja da Cidade, located at Rodovia Presidente Dutra, Km 145, Sentido RJ, Vila Tatetuba, São José dos Campos – SP.
TOTAL ANNUAL COST
The course costs R$ 5.500,00, including additional activities throughout the year, such as retreats and immersions. The mission trip costs an additional R$ 2.600,00.
Payment options:
- Full payment (deposit, debit card, or PIX), with a 5% discount on the course fee;
- Up to 10 installments on a credit card;
- Up to 10 installments by boleto bancário (Brazilian payment slip), exclusively for churches sending more than one student.
Students belonging to Rede de ICs or Rede Inspire receive a 10% discount on the course fee. This discount is applied automatically and cannot be combined with other discounts.
If the mission trip price changes because of the chosen destination, students will be informed in advance.
Yes. IC College welcomes applicants from all Christian churches who meet the criteria in the “PERFIL DO ALUNO” section.
Yes. We believe connection with your leaders and local church is essential. Your lead pastor and church need to be involved in your decision and bless your attendance. To complete your application, your pastor must also fill out a form about your ministry, calling, and conduct in your local church.
IC College offers a one-year ministry training program and welcomes students from different countries. International applicants follow the application and visa-related steps below:
1. Application form
Complete the application form available on the website. You can fill it out in Portuguese, English, or Spanish, according to your preference.
2. Pastoral assessment and recommendation
After you submit your application, the IC College team will email an assessment form to the pastor you named in your application. The pastor must answer questions about your recommendation and ministry life.
3. Online interview
After the pastoral assessment, you will take part in an online interview with a member of the IC College team.
4. Acceptance, contract, and payment
If accepted after the interview, you will proceed to formal enrollment, including signing the contract and making payment according to the institution's instructions.
5. Visa process
After acceptance and formal enrollment, you must begin the visa application process in your country of origin. Request all documents required by the relevant embassy or consulate from IC College in advance, such as proof of enrollment, the curriculum, and any other documents required by immigration authorities.
For any questions, contact us at [contato@iccollege.com.br](mailto:contato@iccollege.com.br) or via WhatsApp (12 99647-7993).
No. We accept only applicants willing to commit to a full year of immersion. Students must complete the entire program at Igreja da Cidade in São José dos Campos/SP. Financial planning for the full period is therefore important.
After successfully completing the program, you will receive an honor certificate. Students also have access to all their grades and semester results.
Share www.iccollege.com.br with your candidates and ask them to apply individually. For promotional materials, email contato@iccollege.com.br with the subject “MATERIAL DE DIVULGAÇÃO” and explain how you plan to promote IC College, so we can send videos and presentations.
The minimum age is 17, and you must have completed high school.
Most IC College students are between 17 and 30. As a full-time ministry immersion program, its schedule and demands usually suit this age range best.
If you are outside this range and interested in applying, contact us first. Email contato@iccollege.com.br with the subject "PERFIL DE ALUNO", stating your age, marital status, and professional and personal circumstances so we can assess the program's suitability together.
Generally, no. If your work schedule is very flexible or you work at night, we will assess your case individually. Before applying, email contato@iccollege.com.br with the subject "TRABALHO EM HORÁRIO FLEXÍVEL/NOTURNO" and describe your work arrangement.
Yes. You must live in São José dos Campos or move here if you live in another city or state. Igreja da Cidade does not provide budget accommodation or dormitories. Students from elsewhere must rent a place to live and be able to support themselves throughout the academic year, including course fees, moving costs, housing, transportation, and food.
IC College can help you connect with classmates if you want to share housing costs. Students may not share mixed-gender housing. We partner with some real estate agencies and have a team that helps new students find properties and roommates. IC College and/or Igreja da Cidade do not assist with rental contracts or financial matters related to renting.
It will be sent to the email address you provide in your application form. Ask your leader or pastor to check their spam folder. If they do not receive the link, ask them to email contato@iccollege.com.br with the subject “NÃO RECEBI O FORMULÁRIO DE INDICAÇÃO PASTORAL” and describe the issue so our team can help.
You will be notified by email whether you are accepted or not.
We recommend www.custodevida.com.br/sp/sao-jose-dos-campos. We have no partnership with this website, but consider it a useful guide to living costs in São José dos Campos.
