ARABIC MASTERY
Begin the Islamic Theology journey with two years of intensive classical Arabic study. Arabic Mastery builds the linguistic foundation needed to engage with traditional Islamic texts and prepares students to advance into the Islamic Sciences stage of the Aalimiyyah pathway.
About the Program
The Arabic Mastery Program is the first stage of the Islamic Theology (Aalimiyyah) pathway and is designed to build a strong foundation in the Arabic language through the study of Arabic grammar (Naḥw), morphology (Ṣarf), conversational Arabic, and structured language lessons. The curriculum equips students with the linguistic skills needed to understand classical Islamic texts and prepares them for advanced Islamic studies.
This program serves as a prerequisite for Level 3 of the Islamic Sciences program. It is equally suitable for those aspiring to learn the Arabic language. Additionally, this course is also available as a standalone option for individuals with time constraints who plan to pursue an Islamic Theology program in the future.
Upon completion, graduates will receive an Associates Degree enabling them to enroll in an Alimiyya program at any institute/Madrasa offering the Dars-e-Nizami curriculum. The program covers a diverse range of topics, including Seerah (Life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ), Sarf (Arabic Morphology), Qasas un Nabiyyeen (Stories of the Prophets), Nahw (Arabic Grammar), and Tajweed (Quranic Recitation).
Enrollment Prerequisite: Students must have a basic proficiency in Arabic reading, Tajwīd, and writing before beginning Level 1. Those who do not meet this requirement should first enroll in the Arabic Literacy program. Students who believe they already possess the required proficiency may take a placement assessment. Upon successfully passing the assessment and receiving approval from the administration, they may waive the prerequisite and enroll directly in Level 1.
اِنَّآ اَنْزَلْنٰهُ قُرْاٰنًا عَرَبِيًّا لَّعَلَّكُمْ تَعْقِلُوْنَ
“Indeed, We have sent it down as an Arabic Quran so that you may understand”
Surah 12, Verse 2Duration
2 Years
Instruction
Live Online & In-Person
Tuition
$150 / Month
Tuition Disclaimer: The school year runs for 10 months, however, annual tuition is divided into 12 equal monthly payments. Monthly payments are not prorated or reduced due to holidays, school breaks, or the number of instructional days in a given month.
Course Curriculum
Level 1
Course Details
Arabic Foundations
ICO Learn Arabic
Duroosul Lughah
Lughat ul-Arabiyya Vol 1
Nahw
An Introduction to Nahw
Qasas
Qasas un-Nabiyyeen
Sarf
Treasures of Arabic Morphology
Tajweed
Ten Lessons of Arabic
Zaadut Taalibeen
Program Calendar
8/2/26
Last Day of Classes
8/2/26
Last Day of Classes
9/2/26
First Day of Classes (2026–2027 Academic Year)
10/2/26 - 10/4/26
'Ulamā Conference
11/25/26 - 11/29/26
Fall Break
12/24/26 - 1/3/27
Winter Break
1/31/27 - 2/4/27
Mid-Term Exams
2/7/27 - 3/14/27
Ramadān/Eid-ul-Fitr Break
3/29/27 - 4/4/27
Spring Break
5/16/27 - 5/21/27
Eid-ul-Adha Break
6/15/27 OR 6/16/27
Ashura Break (subject to moon sighting)
8/8/27
Last Day of Classes
9/1/27
First Day of Classes (2027–2028 Academic Year)
8/2/26
Last Day of Classes
9/2/26
First Day of Classes (2026–2027 Academic Year)
10/2/26 - 10/4/26
'Ulamā Conference
11/25/26 - 11/29/26
Fall Break
12/24/26 - 1/3/27
Winter Break
1/31/27 - 2/4/27
Mid-Term Exams
2/7/27 - 3/14/27
Ramadān/Eid-ul-Fitr Break
3/29/27 - 4/4/27
Spring Break
5/16/27 - 5/21/27
Eid-ul-Adha Break
6/15/27 OR 6/16/27
Ashura Break (subject to moon sighting)
8/8/27
Last Day of Classes
9/1/27
First Day of Classes (2027–2028 Academic Year)
Calendar Disclaimer: MID does not necessarily follow federal, state, or public school holidays. Our academic calendar is primarily based on Islamic dates, religious events, and Islamic occasions, while taking other school calendars into consideration when appropriate. Islamic holidays and dates are subject to moon sighting and may be adjusted accordingly.
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