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Sanad Center

How to Apply

The Sanad Center at Ribāṭ University is dedicated to preserving the living tradition of transmission (sanad) by connecting students to both the Quran and the Prophetic legacy through authenticated chains of narration.

Application Steps

Tajwid Assessment
Arabic Assessment

If you are a new Quran student at Ribāṭ, you will need to complete a set of courses before you can apply. Click to view the pathway to apply to the ijaza program.

Prerequisites required for applying to the Ribāṭ Tajwīd 5 Ajza’ Certification, Ribāṭ Tajwīd Ijāza Certification – Memorizing and Ribāṭ Tajwīd Ijāza Certification – Reading, are to have been completed with Ribaat Academic Institute, Ribāṭ University, or tested out of:

Tajwid Courses

  • QUR 0101: Quran Fluency Part 1
  • QUR 0102: Quran Fluency Part 2
  • QUR 2201: Tajwīd Part 1: Letters and Phonics
  • QUR 2202: Tajwīd Part 2: Rules and Rhythm of Recitation
  • QUR 2203: Accelerated Tajwīd Rules
  • QUR 0301: Quran Khitma Project


Arabic Courses

  • Recent placement into Arabic Intermediate-Beginner
    — OR —
  • ARL 1103: Arabic Novice-High

*some requirements may be waived based on the Tajwīd & Arabic Assessment

 

The ijāza application process includes, but is not limited to

  • A non-refundable fee of $35 submitted with the application
  • A completed application
  • A personal essay and short response questions
  • Contact information for one to three references
  • An interview may be requested
  • International applicants, where English is a second language, must submit all of the above, plus submit proof of compliance with English Language Proficiency Requirement. The English Language Proficiency Requirement can be official results from the TOEFL, IELTS, or the Duolingo English Test results.
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01. Choose a Degree Program

Explore Ribāṭ University’s academic pathways and select the degree or certificate program that best aligns with your goals.

Create your applicant account through the Admissions Portal (powered by Classter) and fill out your online application form.

Submit transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Official transcripts will be required upon admission.

You may include ACT, SAT, MAT, or GRE scores to strengthen your application. Test scores are not required for admission.

Answer the required essay questions thoughtfully, highlighting your academic interests, personal growth, and goals for Islamic study.

Three to four email addresses for people who will provide a recommendation by submitting an online questionnaire. Referees can be personal, professional, academic, and/or community leaders.

Complete your application by submitting the non-refundable $35 application fee through the online payment portal.

Need Application Help?

For additional guidance and support, reach out to our Admissions team

admissions@rabata.org