About The Program
According to the Prophet ﷺ, nothing brings a person closer to Allah than that which came from Allah Himself, the Quran. When it comes to the beginning of the Quran journey, the focus is typically reciting its words, perfecting its pronunciation, and memorizing it. The Quran Rihlah establishes foundations for the next step in the Quran journey: comprehending Allah’s message to us all.
The Quran Rihlah concentrates primarily on learning the classical Arabic language in which the Quran was revealed. This program is distinct in that it integrates all four language learning skills: speaking and writing in addition to reading and listening. It does so through natural language learning techniques, immersion, and vocabulary building. By the end of this year, the goal for students is to comprehend foundational Arabic vocabulary and common sentences. These are the major stages in the journey to Quran comprehension and its deep insight. Students will also acquire the ability to construct basic sentences for effective communication in both spoken and written forms.
Along with understanding Quranic Arabic, students will develop a Quranic world view by studying more advanced topics in theology (aqidah, or iman), practice (fiqh, or Islam), spirituality (ihsan), and Islamic history (tarikh) relevant to today’s high school or college student, in a discussion based format. We believe this Quranic worldview should be understood by every young Muslim before going to high school and/or college. It will provide them with strong intellectual foundations for their belief, promote an understanding of their tradition, and equip them with knowledge to practice Islamic comprehensively in adult life. Students will also further advance their pronunciation (tajwid) of the Quran and will develop handwriting skills through training in Arabic calligraphy by experts in these areas.
An important component of the program is development of Quranic character. This will be accomplished through service work (khidmah) and character building activities, in addition to the companionship (suhbah) of traditionally trained scholars (ulema).
This program is an excellent option for students who have recently completed memorization of the Quran (hifz), for high school students prior to entering college, or as a first year for students embarking on the ‘alimiyyah. Students in 8th through 12th grades may combine this with homeschooling.
Instructors
Shaykh Ahmed Anees
After completing his hifz in Chicago, Shaykh Ahmed completed his alimiyyah at Jamiah Al-Hasanain (Indianapolis and Faisalabad, Pakistan), the seminary well known for its immersive Arabic program where the Islamic sciences are taught completely in the Arabic language. He studied there with senior teachers such as Shaykh Ramzi Al-Habib Al-Tunisi. At Masjid Uthman, Shaykh Ahmed teaches the Arabic language through immersive techniques.
Shaykh Haroon Ahmed
Shaykh Haroon Ahmed grew up in New York City (Queens).
He is a hafidh of the Quran. He has a Bachelor degree in Arabic and Islamic Studies, has completed his alimiyyah from Darul Qasim College, and is pursuing post-alimiyyah education in advanced theology. He also holds a Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering.
He serves as Academic Supervisor at Masjid Uthman (Uthman Academy) and teaches various classes.
Shaykh Zahid Chowdhury
Shaykh Zahid Chowdhury serves as an instructor at Masjid Uthman.
Shaykh Yasser Al-Kittaneh
Shaykh Yasser has bachelor degrees in both Arabic literature and Quran and Islamic Studies from the University of Damascus, in Syria (1974) and Alkhiry Institute in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (1990). Through his long career, he has taught Quran, tajwid, Arabic poetry, and calligraphy, and he has also managed Islamic schools (such as serving as Vice Principal in Saudi Arabia). At Masjid Uthman, he teaches both tajwid and Arabic calligraphy.
Full Class Details
Academic Year
2024-2025
Class Schedule
Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Important Dates
3/16/24 – Open House at 1:30 PM
8/08/24 – Classes Begin
5/30/25 – Classes End
Tuition & Fees
$50 – Enrollment Fee
$100 – Materials Fee
Fee for textbooks and two outside field trips, charged at enrollment.
$100 – Convocation Fee
Fee for end of year ceremony and awards, charged in April.
$450 – Monthly Tuition Fee
Prerequisite
Students must be able to read the Quran in Arabic. A student interview and assessment will be conducted as part of the enrollment process.
Age Requirement
Must be between the ages of 13 to 20.
Contact Info
Phone: (630) 410 – 1719
Email: rihlah@masjiduthman.org
Registration Instructions
You may register using the link below prior to the assessment and interview, or you may call our office for the assessment and interview prior to registering. Registered students who have not been assessed will be contacted for an assessment and interview to finalize admittance. Any enrollment and materials fees charged will be refunded in case student is not admitted.