Historic Madinah
Study in the blessed city, home to Masjid an-Nabawi and the Prophet's ﷺ first community.
Summer Arabic Intensive
An immersive five-week Arabic intensive in the blessed city of Madinah, with 100 hours of instruction, a group Umrah, and deep spiritual companionship.
Arabic immersion in Madinah
Study in the city of the Prophet ﷺ
The Arabic Intensive, presented by Tayseer Seminary in partnership with our Madinah-based language institute, offers a unique blend of rigorous language instruction and the spiritual richness of life in the blessed city.
100 hours of classroom instruction over five weeks, plus daily exposure to Arabic in shops, masajid, and the streets of Madinah itself.
At a Glance
- Location
- Held in Madinah, Saudi Arabia
- Faculty
- Taught by Dr. Hassan Lachheb and Dr. Michael Dann
- Dates
- Runs June 29 to July 31
- Format
- Immersive 5-week intensive in small, interactive classes
- Proficiency Levels
- Comprehensive curriculum for all proficiency levels
Location & Environment
Studying Arabic in Madinah connects classroom learning to the living city of the Prophet ﷺ, with the sights, sounds, and rhythms that shaped the language itself.
Convenient Access
Accommodations placed within walking distance of Masjid al-Nabawi and all major amenities.
Islamic Environment
Surrounded by sacred sites and the scholarly tradition that continues to flourish in Madinah today.
The Daily Experience
Days are structured around immersive classroom work in the morning, midday prayers and meals together, and afternoon practice plus visits to sacred sites and Arabic-speaking community spaces.
Group Umrah
A guided Umrah journey to Makkah included with the program, with Tayseer faculty providing instruction and spiritual mentorship.
Visits to Sacred Sites
Organized visits to Quba, Uhud, the Seven Mosques, and other historically significant locations around Madinah.
Daily Dhikr & Spiritual Companionship
Daily gatherings for dhikr and reflection that turn the program into a spiritual retreat as much as a language intensive.
Take the next step
The Arabic Intensive runs for five weeks each summer, with applications opening in the spring. Spots are limited to ensure quality of instruction and personal attention.
Contact admissions to learn more about cost, scholarships, and the application process.
Student Voices
What our students say
My teachers were incredibly dedicated to helping each of us, and the small class sizes allowed us plenty of time to ask questions and practice conversing with one another. Overall, this program was an incredible catalyst in my journey toward understanding and, Insha'Allah, mastering the Arabic language.
Nurayah Deen
Past participant
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