Amana Institute of New York
Sisters’ ʿĀlimiyyah Program
A rigorous, heart-centered ʿĀlimiyyah program for sisters—rooted in the classical tradition, devoted to iḥsān, and connected to real community service.
Program at a Glance
Program Details
- Duration: 6 years (with Iʿdādiyyah/Preparatory Year available)
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 1:30 PM
- Academic Calendar: Sept 8 – July 11
- Cohort Size: Maximum 20 learners per class
- Location: 2210 Lyon Ave, Bronx, NY 10462
Course Offerings
- ʿAqīdah (Islamic Creed)
- Ḥadīth Studies
- Prophetic Studies
- Qurʾānic Studies (Tajwīd & Tafsīr)
- Arabic Grammar (Naḥw)
- Arabic Morphology (Ṣarf)
- Arabic Literature & Language
- Urdu Language
- Tarbiyah & Spiritual Development
Program Philosophy
At Amana Institute of New York, our ʿĀlimiyyah program is designed to cultivate not only scholarly excellence but also refined character and purposeful service. Our curriculum is rooted in the classical Islamic tradition, blending deep textual study with practical khidmah, spiritual development, and life balance.
Friday Focus: Prophetic Studies
Each Friday is devoted entirely to rigorous, immersive study of the Prophet ﷺ, encompassing:
- Sīrah — his noble life and mission
- Shamāʾil — his blessed characteristics and manners
- Akhlāq al-Nabī ﷺ — his moral excellence and daily Sunnah practices
- ʿIbādāt al-Nabī ﷺ — his acts of worship
- Duʿāʾs of the Prophet ﷺ — his supplications and contexts
- Dalāʾil al-Nubuwwah & Khaṣāʾiṣ — evidences of prophethood and the unique distinctions of the Prophet ﷺ
Daily Schedule – Year 1 ʿĀlimiyyah
| Time | Monday-Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00-8:00 AM | Qurʾān & Tajwīd | Qurʾān Revision |
| 8:00-9:30 AM | Fiqh & Arabic Literature (Adab) | Fiqh & Arabic Literature (Adab) |
| 9:30-11:00 AM | Arabic Language (Naḥw & Ṣarf) | Arabic Language (Naḥw & Ṣarf) |
| 11:00-12:00 PM | Ḥadīth Sharīf & Urdu | Sīrah & Shamāʾil Muhammadiyah ﷺ |
| 12:00-1:00 PM | ʿAqīdah Studies | Akhlāq al-Nabī ﷺ & Dalāʾil al-Nubuwwah |
| 1:00-1:30 PM | Tarbiyah Circle | Sūrah al-Kahf & Ṣalawāt |
Admissions & Requirements
Who Should Apply
- Sisters seeking rigorous, classical ʿĀlimiyyah with strong tarbiyah
- Applicants with Qurʾān/Arabic reading fluency
- Those with basic Islamic foundations
- Learners needing prep may begin in Iʿdādiyyah
Prerequisites
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Fluency in Qurʾān/Arabic reading
- Baseline tajwīd knowledge
- Foundational fiqh/ʿaqīdah understanding
Application Process
- Complete online application
- Submit by Sept 1
- Pay $100 registration fee
- Placement assessment/interview
- Decision & enrollment packet
Student Support
- Mentorship & quarterly goals
- Peer study circles & tutoring
- Khidmah placements
- Counseling referrals
- Quiet prayer & study spaces
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