Programs

• Program Objectives:
• Analyze the Qurʾān’s language through Nahw and Ṣarf
• Interpret classical Arabic texts confidently
• Explain core Islamic beliefs
• Embody the Prophet’s صلى الله عليه وسلم character
• Build a deep Qurʾānic connection
• Cultivate foundational spiritual discipline and personal development

• Books:
• Zād al-Ṭālibīn
• Tasheel al-Naḥw & Arabic Tutor
• Tasheel al-Ṣarf
• Al-Qirāʾah al-Wāḍiḥah / Qaṣaṣ al-Nabiyyīn
• Bidāyat al-Hidāyah – Personal ethics & spiritual development
• al-Tārīkh al-Islāmī – Foundational Islamic history
• al-Muḥādathah wa al-Mukālamah – Basic Arabic conversation
• al-Khuṭbah wa Aḥkāmuhā wa Ādābuhā – Introduction to sermon structure & etiquette
• Prerequisite: Fluent Arabic reading and memorization of at least one Juz’

• Program Objectives:
• Memorize ḥadīth with practical application
• Master ʿIbādāt rulings
• Read and analyze complex Arabic texts
• Grow in humility and student ādāb
• Deepen Qurʾānic connection and fluency
• Strengthen personal character and presentation skills

• Books:
• Arbaʿīn al-Nawawiyyah
• Kitāb al-Naḥw
• Ṣarf Muyassar
• al-Fiqh al-Muyassar
• Qaṣaṣ al-Nabiyyīn Vol. 3 & 4
• Bidāyat al-Hidāyah – Continued focus on spiritual development
• al-Tārīkh al-Islāmī – Intermediate study of Islamic history
• al-Muḥādathah wa al-Mukālamah – Structured speaking practice
• al-Khuṭbah wa Aḥkāmuhā wa Ādābuhā – Developing sermon delivery and eloquence
• Prerequisite: Competence in vowel markings and translation.

• Program Objectives:
• Master Qurʾānic translation and commentary
• Understand Islamic law through Mukhtaṣar al-Qudūrī
• Apply fiqh methodology and legal reasoning
• Deepen historical and prophetic understanding
• Develop public speaking and leadership qualities
• Achieve higher levels of Arabic fluency and spiritual maturity

• Books:
• Tarjumah al-Qurʾān
• Mukhtaṣar al-Qudūrī
• Mabādiʾ al-Uṣūl
• Qaṣaṣ al-Nabiyyīn Vol. 5
• ʿIlm al-Ṣīghah – Advanced Ṣarf and derivation
• Bidāyat al-Hidāyah – Refining spiritual conduct and scholarly character
• al-Tārīkh al-Islāmī – Advanced readings in Islamic civilization
• al-Muḥādathah wa al-Mukālamah – Advanced Arabic speaking and oration
• al-Khuṭbah wa Aḥkāmuhā wa Ādābuhā – Mastery of khutbah preparation and delivery
• Prerequisite: Advanced Nahw & Ṣarf with analytical reading skills.

• Admission to the Aalimiyah program is open to male students in 9th-12th grade and postsecondary graduates. Please note that a prerequisite to the program is fluency in reading Arabic. The school does not discriminate in enrollment on the basis of race, religion, or national origin. Hamd Institute reserves the right to decline admission to students for the following reasons: If the school determines that a student requires special educational instruction and/or English as a Second Language beyond the capability or capacity of the school staff.
• The parent or guardian of a prospective student must complete the following form. If a student is above 18, then they may complete the form on their own behalf: form:
• The following Identifying Information must be provided:
  • A copy of a photo ID for the parent or guardian.
  • Transcripts
  • IDs for both parents
  • Birth certificate for student
  • Immunization records
• After completing the form, prospective students and their parents/guardians will be invited to attend an interview and preliminary assessment at Hamd Institute.
• If both the Interview and preliminary assessment criteria are met, prospective students and their families must complete their necessary onboarding forms and complete registration fees to ensure enrollment at Hamd Institute.

• Aalimiyah classes occur on a 12-month schedule, including June and July, taking place on Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Students should arrive at school between 7:45 and 8:00 am in order to ensure that the schedule begins on time. Any changes to the schedule or upcoming events will be communicated to the parents ahead of time.

• Monthly tuition is due on the 1st of every month (or the date agreed upon based on approval) via ACH. A $50 late fee will be applied after the due date, along with an additional $10 charge for each accumulated day the payment is late.
• The first tuition installment (for August) is due by July 25 of the enrollment year for new students.
• Your financial account must be in good standing for your child to remain enrolled.
• Payment plans and financial aid are available, but on an application basis.
• Tuition must be paid prior to full enrollment and arrangements for payment must be made by the deadline given by the administrative office.
• Tuition may be paid by one of three options listed below:

For any questions or concerns about the fees, please contact

• Admission Process
• Admission is done on a rolling basis based on availability, and is open to students above the age of 6 years old. The school does not discriminate in enrollment on the basis of gender, race, religion, or national origin.
• Registration link:

• Schedule
• Classes occur on a 12-month schedule, taking place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, and on Saturdays from Fajr to 9:00 am. The goal for Saturday classes is to encourage students to pray Fajr in the masjid before studying the Quran. During the Summer, the schedule changes to 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.

• Tuition and Fees
• Monthly tuition is due on the 1st of every month (or the date agreed upon based on approval) via ACH or Zelle to admin@hamdinstitute.org. A $50 late fee will be applied after the due date, along with an additional $10 charge for each accumulated day the payment is late. The monthly fee for the Nazara Program is $100/month, and the monthly fee for the Hifdh Program is $150/month. There is a $20 sibling discount for every consecutive child enrolled.
• Financial aid is available to those who are in need of financial support. To apply, please use the link below and a member of our finance team will contact you to let you know if it is approved.
• Link
• For any questions or concerns about the fees, please contact
• accounts@hamdinstitute.org.

• Tuition and Fees
• There are two payment options available for this program.
• Full Year Payment – $1,200
• (Covers September to May)
• Includes all classes, materials, final exams, and Tajwīd class
• One-time payment at the start of the year
• No extra fees
• Monthly Plan – $125/month
• (Paid over 9 months: September to May)
• Includes all classes, materials, and exams
• Tajwīd class not included
• Tajwīd Add-On (for Monthly Plan only)
• $50/month
• Financial aid is available to those who are in need of financial support. To apply, please use the link below and a member of our finance team will contact you to let you know if it is approved.
• Link
• For any questions or concerns about the fees, please contact accounts@hamdinstitute.org.

• Overview
• The Year 1 curriculum offers a holistic introduction to sacred knowledge, cultivating sincerity, etiquette, and discipline as students begin their journey as seekers of knowledge. Students study six core areas designed to build solid academic and spiritual foundations.
• Year 1 courses:
• HADITH STUDIES I – HAD 101
• FOUNDATIONS OF ISLAMIC LAW – FIQH 101
• ARABIC GRAMMAR & MORPHOLOGY – ARABIC 101
• SEERAH NABAWIYYAH I – SIR 101
• QURAN EXEGESIS I – TAFSIR 101
• ETIQUETTE OF SEEKING KNOWLEDGE – ADAB 101
• Year 1 Books:

• Overview
• Year 2 builds on foundational knowledge with an emphasis on deeper understanding and real-world application of Islamic sciences. Students refine their Arabic language skills and engage with complex jurisprudential, historical, and spiritual topics.
• Year 2 Courses:
• HADITH STUDIES II – HAD 102
• ISLAMIC FINANCIAL CONTRACTS & TRANSACTIONS – FIQH 102
• ARABIC GRAMMAR & MORPHOLOGY II – ARABIC 102
• SEERAH NABAWIYYAH II – SIR 102
• QURAN EXEGESIS II – TAFSIR 102
• ETIQUETTE OF SEEKING KNOWLEDGE II – ADAB 102
• Year 2 Books:
• Classical Adab Texts (Level 2)
• Surah Maryam – Tafsir & Thematic Study
• Classical Texts in Arabic Nahw & Sarf (Level 2)
• Selected Readings on Buyūʿ & Muʿāmalāt
• Classical Seerah Texts (Madinan Period)
• Imam Nawawi’s 40 Hadith (26–42)

• Overview
• The Advanced Level prepares students for scholarly engagement, leadership, and specialized Islamic knowledge. Students engage rigorously with classical texts in Hadith, Qur’anic sciences, Fiqh, and theology, equipping them for community roles and higher academic pursuits.
• Year 3 Courses:
• HADITH STUDIES III – HAD 201
• SCIENCE OF THE QUR’AN – UQ 301
• INTRODUCTION TO FIQH OF FAMILY & MARRIAGE – FIQH 103
• QURANIC STUDIES III – STORIES OF THE QUR’AN – QS 301
• ISLAMIC THEOLOGY – AL-AQIDAH AL-TAHAWIYYAH – AQ 301
• Year 3 Books:
• Riyāḍ al-Ṣāliḥīn – Imam Nawawi
• Ulūm al-Qur’ān Textbook (Classical & Contemporary Sources)
• Ulūm al-Ḥadīth Textbook (Mustalah al-Hadith, etc.)
• Stories of the Qur’an – Selected Surahs & Prophetic Narratives
• Selected Readings on Fiqh of Family, Marriage, and Interpersonal Ethics

• Classes occur on a 12-month schedule, taking place on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm. Any changes to the schedule will be communicated to the students by the instructor.

• Tuition and Fees
• The fee for the program is $50/month. Financial aid is available on an application basis. For more information, reach out to accounts@hamdinstitute.org.

• Pre-K to 2nd Grade (Boys and Girls):
• This program will include learning Arabic, Quran, Deeniyat, storytelling, as well as fun activities such as crafts, games, and more!
• The students will know the basic dos and don’ts of our deen to build their foundation as confident Muslims.
• Students will be placed into a class that corresponds to their age group.
• Hifdh Intensive (3rd Grade and Above):
• The Hifdh Intensive is a 7-week session with two classes — a beginner class and an advanced class.
• The beginner class is for students new to memorizing the Qur’an and fluent in reading.
• The advanced class is for those already memorizing and aiming to achieve more in their Hifdh.
• Students will be tested on the first two days to determine their level.
• They will focus on memorizing and implementing the Qur’an into their tarbiyah.
• Wednesdays will be an open activity!

• Summer classes were broken up into three sessions to accommodate families with different summer plans.
• Session 1: June 1 – June 11th
• 2-week session (Mon–Thu, 10:00 am–2:00 pm)
• Session 2: June 15 – June 25th
• 2-week session (Mon–Thu, 10:00 am–2:00 pm)
• Session 3: June 29 – July 16th
• 3-week session (Mon–Thu, 10:00 am–2:00 pm)
• Hifdh Intensive: June 1 – July 16th
• 7-week session (Mon–Thu, 8:00 am–2:00 pm; Sat, Fajr–9:00 am)

• Session 1: $300 total cost ($150/week)
• Session 2: $300 total cost ($150/week)
• Session 3: $450 total cost ($150/week)
• All 3 Sessions: $900 total cost
• Hifdh Intensive: $900 total cost ($150/week)
• Register before May 15th to take advantage of the Early Bird Discount!
• Promo Codes:
• Parents enrolling multiple children can use the promo code “SIBLING”.
• Hufadh can use the promo code “HAFIDH”.
• For financial aid inquiries, contact accounts@hamdinstitute.org.
• Note: Students currently enrolled in the Part-Time Hifdh Program have the option to do both Summer Camp and Part-Time or pause Part-Time and resume in August.

• Overview: At this time, our Full Time Islamic Studies and Arabic Courses are only available to our Full Time Hifdh students as enrichment courses. Throughout the Year, we host lectures on specific Islamic Studies and Arabic topics for community members to attend.
• Islamic Studies: Our Third to Twelfth Graders participate in Islamic Studies, which teaches them history, culture, Seerah, Aqeedah, and Fiqh — gradually increasing rigour and deepening understanding of foundational concepts as they progress through our program. We use An-Nasihah Publications’ Islamic Studies workbooks as guides.
• Arabic: Our Third to Twelfth Graders learn Arabic to form a better understanding of the Qur’an, which they actively memorize and reflect upon daily. By applying multiple second-language acquisition models, our students can learn the language in which the words of Allah (SWT) are written.

• An Ijazah is a formal certification granted to individuals who have demonstrated mastery of the Qur’anic text and related sciences.
• The Ijazah process is open to current Huffadh (those who have memorized the Qur’an) who possess a mid-level mastery in Tajweed and Qur’anic sciences, are disciplined, and ready to commit to advanced learning.
• Candidates will be tested by Sh. Mamdouh Mahmoud with assistance from Hafidh Hamzah Ghia and Sh. Affan Ahmad.
• For inquiries on obtaining an Ijazah, please contact our administration team at admin@hamdinstitute.org.