ISLAMIC ESSENTIALS
Embark on a transformative journey through our comprehensive 2-year program, designed in English, to deepen your understanding of important topics in Islam and enrich your spiritual life.
About the Program
The Islamic Essentials (Sanatain) program offers a comprehensive 2-year intensive course on the fundamental principles of Islam. Tailored to cover the knowledge that is obligatory (Fardh) upon every Muslim, the program is inclusive and welcomes adults (both men and women), working professionals, college students, teenagers, and new Muslims.
Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate qualifying them for Islamic chaplaincy. The program encompasses a diverse array of topics, including Seerah (Life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ), Aqidah (Islamic Creed), Hanafi Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence), Hadith (Prophetic Traditions), Tafseer (Quran Exegesis), and Tajweed (Quranic Recitation).
طَلَبُ الْعِلْمِ فَرِيْضَةٌ عَلَى كُلِّ مُسْلِمٍ
“Seeking of knowledge is mandatory upon every Muslim”
Prophet Muhammad ﷺDuration
2 Years
Instruction
Live Online & In-Person
Tuition
$125 / 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
Year 1
Course Details
Aqeedah
Aqeedatul Tahawi
Fiqh
Ascent to Felicity
Hadeeth
Mishkaat al-Masaabih
Tafseer
The Noble Qur'an: Tafseer-e-Usmani
Tajweed Essentials
Noorani Qaidah
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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