FAQ - Year of Knowledge

Year of Knowledge

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend this program?

This program is intended for every Muslim woman from the age of 15 and above, who wants to strengthen her knowledge of Islam, learn from the classical sources of Islamic heritage, and practice her religion in her everyday life.

How long is this program?

Year 1 students will attend 11 live sessions weekly, with course materials and live recordings available for the students who cannot attend the live sessions or would like to review the classes again. At the end of the program, students will receive a certificate of attendance or certificate of completion, based on their success in attending the program. To obtain certificate of completion, a student will need to attend 80% or more live sessions, and submit all quizzes and final exams.

Why should I attend this program?

You will receive quality Islamic knowledge from eminent Muslim female scholars!
You will be a part of a women-only online class, which will make your learning experience much more comfortable.
You can attend the program online, from the comfort of your home!
You can attend the classes live on Zoom, or watch the recordings if you are unable to attend the live classes.
The class recordings will be available for 18 months after the end of the program.
If you attend 80% or more live sessions, and submit your quizzes and final exams, you will be able to obtain an official Jannah Institute certificate of completion of the Year of Knowledge program.
There are no prerequisites to attend this program. The most important thing is that you have a pure intention to learn and study this beautiful religion!

Who do I contact to enroll or for more information?

You may contact the Year of Knowledge Program Coordinator via email at [email protected].

What Forms of Payment does Jannah Institute accept?

Full payments should be made online through the JI Website during the registration process. We accept most major credit cards as well as PayPal.

For installment payments, please contact [email protected].

What is the tuition policy?

Tuition must be paid by the semester in full prior to the first class. There are case-by-case exceptions for monthly payments in which fees are due on the 1st business day of each month.

Is financial aid offered?

Yes, financial aid is offered on a case-by-case basis.

To apply click here and submit your application as soon as possible. Your application will be assessed and you will be emailed a decision.

How can I apply for financial aid?

Please complete the application. To apply click here.

I registered for classes but wish to withdraw. What is your refund policy?

Full refunds are issued if requests are within one week of purchasing the class. A 25% refund is issued after one week. Course tuition is non-refundable after two weeks of purchase date. Please see JI Policies and Procedures for more details.

What are the office hours?

Our office hours are Sunday through Thursday from 9 AM to 5 PM CST. To schedule an appointment please email [email protected]. If you reach out to us outside of these hours please give us 24-48 hours to respond.

Should I expect quizzes and tests?

Yes. There will be regular homework assignments, quizzes and a final exam at the end of each semester.

Will I receive a lesson plan for the class?

Yes. Your lesson plan and any additional class materials will be located in your classroom.

Will there be homework and is it required?

Homework assignments are for your personal benefit. You will be required to submit them.

How long will I have access to the recording?

All registered students will have access to class session recordings up until 18 months after the class ends.

Can my family members attend the class with me?

All students who attend the classes must be registered.

Will I receive a certificate at the completion of the class?

Yes, certificates are issued after successful completion of the program.

What is the camera policy?

All students are obliged to have their cameras on during live sessions, unless there is a valuable excuse which the student reports to the Teacher assistant of the class. Jannah Institute reserves the right to exclude a student from the live session if the camera policy is not met.

Do I have to sign up for the whole program, or can I sign up for individual courses?

We highly encourage the students to register for the program full time to attain the maximum benefit. However, signing up for the individual courses is also available. Please email [email protected] for queries.

Can I work and attend the program?

Yes, InshaAllah! The classes will be recorded and the students will have access to the recordings even if they cannot attend live sessions.

What do I need to attend the Year of Knowledge program?

You will need a laptop or computer with a strong Internet connection to attend the live sessions, and submit your homework assignments, quizzes, and final exams.

Is this program available for international students?

All of the courses at Jannah institute are available for international students. Class timings are in Central Standard Time (CST). Compare your time zone here.

Where can I find the books for the classes?

Students will receive all information about the course and the classes including the books one week before the start of the program.