معهد أم القرى
Umm Ul Qura Institute
Rooted in Tradition. Guided by Scholarship. Open to All.
About the Institute
The Umm Ul Qura Institute is the educational arm of Umm Ul Qura Center, dedicated to providing authentic, accessible Islamic education to the Muslim community of Northern Virginia and beyond.
Our programs are taught by qualified scholars and instructors grounded in traditional Islamic scholarship. Whether you are a beginner seeking foundational knowledge or an advanced student pursuing deeper study, the Institute offers a structured path for every level.
Structured courses in the Islamic sciences
Academic Programs
Hifz
All LevelsComprehensive study of Tajweed, Hifz, and Tafseer. Students learn proper recitation, memorization techniques, and the meanings and context of Quranic verses.
Maktab
Beginner to AdvancedClassical Arabic grammar (Nahw & Sarf) and conversational Arabic. A foundational skill for understanding the Quran and Islamic texts in their original language.
Urdu Quran Tafseer
All LevelsIn-depth explanation of the Quran delivered in Urdu, making Quranic wisdom accessible to Urdu-speaking members of our community.
Qualified scholars committed to authentic Islamic education
Our Instructors
Imam / Scholar
Lead Instructor — Quran & Fiqh
A qualified Islamic scholar with ijazah in Quran recitation and traditional Islamic sciences. Dedicated to making classical knowledge accessible to the community.
Tafseer Instructor
Urdu Quran Tafseer
Experienced in Quranic exegesis with a focus on delivering accessible and practical Tafseer lessons to Urdu-speaking students.
Begin your journey in Islamic knowledge
Enroll Today
Registration is open for all programs. Classes are open to brothers and sisters of all ages and backgrounds. Contact us to learn more or to register.
Choose a Program
Browse our course offerings and select the program that fits your level and schedule.
Contact the Institute
Reach out via the contact form or visit us at the masjid to speak with our enrollment coordinator.
Begin Your Studies
Attend your first class and join a community of dedicated students on the path of knowledge.