Answers before you begin
Student Questions
Important answers about the Institute, enrollment, acceptance, learning expectations, and student support.
What is The Amanah Institute of ABAS?+
The Institute provides progressive Islamic education rooted in the Qur’an and authentic Sunnah. The learning path helps students move from knowledge into practice, reflection, consistency, service, and leadership.
Who may apply to School 1?+
School 1 is intended for people preparing for Shahada, new Muslims, and born Muslims who want to strengthen their Islamic foundation. Applicants should be ready to learn, participate respectfully, and follow Institute expectations.
Does submitting an application guarantee acceptance?+
No. The Institute reviews each application to determine whether the program, current class setting, and available support are a suitable match. An applicant may be contacted for additional information or an orientation conversation.
What qualifications are considered for acceptance?+
The Institute considers the applicant’s learning goals, readiness, ability to participate, willingness to follow policies, and whether the Institute can provide an appropriate learning environment. Prior formal Islamic education is not required for School 1.
How does the five-school learning path work?+
Students may progress through School 1: Learn, School 2: Practice, School 3: Reflect, School 4: Grow, and School 5: Serve. Each school builds a different area of knowledge, character, responsibility, and readiness.
May I take an individual class without completing an entire school?+
Yes. Students may take approved individual classes from different schools before completing that school. Completing the full school and meeting its requirements is still necessary for formal advancement through the learning path.
Are classes online or in person?+
Class format depends on the available cohort and course. Applicants may state whether they prefer online or physical classes on the School 1 application.
Is there tuition for the November 19 School 1 cohort?+
No. The November 19, 2026 School 1 cohort is tuition-free. No tuition payment, deposit, or scholarship application is required for this cohort. Any future tuition and scholarship details will be published before enrollment opens for a future cohort.
Are Student Resources open to everyone?+
Yes. Class information, learning-material sections, the Handbook & Policies area, and Student Questions may be viewed without a student login.
What are the attendance expectations?+
Students and stewards should attend consistently and notify the Institute as soon as they know they will be late or absent. The Attendance Line in the website menu provides the required notice form.
How does a student advance to the next school?+
Advancement depends on completing the current school’s required learning activities, reviews, assessments, and other expectations. Readiness and successful completion are reviewed before advancement.
Will students receive certificates?+
Recognition is provided at meaningful milestones. Students who complete School 1 receive an Aqeedah & Tawheed certificate. Students who complete the full learning path will receive a graduation certificate and participate in a graduation ceremony, with details announced later.
What conduct is expected?+
Students and stewards are expected to communicate respectfully, protect safety and privacy, complete responsibilities honestly, follow Institute policies, and contribute to a learning environment centered on beneficial knowledge and good character.
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