The Global Virtual Madrasah
Usul Academy is a higher education institution established in 2021 that aims to deliver classical madrasah education, as well as contemporary subjects within an Islamic framework. Our courses are offered online for students across the globe, with opportunities for face-to-face learning in Istanbul. Usul Academy is a non-profit organization registered in the United States.
Our Programs
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BA in Comparative Islamic Studies
Our 4-year flagship Honor's Program composed of traditional Islamic Disciplines and Comparative Social Sciences.
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MA in Advanced Comparative Islamic Studies
Our rigorous two-year program for students who are advanced in Islamic Studies, designed for more in-depth and specialized research in Islamic Studies and Comparative Social Sciences.
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Academic Arabic Program
Our 1-year preparatory Arabic program, especially designed to equip students for Islamic Studies, open to student from every level year-round.
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Diploma in Islamic Foundations
Our 9-month program composed of introductory courses in Islamic Disciplines in English, designed to equip students and professionals with a solid background in Islamic Studies. A pre-cursor for upcoming specialized diplomas.
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Diploma in Comparative Social Sciences
Our 9-month program composed purely of our uniquely curated courses in Comparative Social Sciences, to bring Islamic into conversation with contemporary issues and debates.
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Diploma in Islamic Psychology (Launching September 2025)
Our 9-month program in partnership with Khalil Centre designed for professionals in the field of psychology with a background in Islamic Studies.
News and Events
Usul Academy is the story of revival, renewed life, and newfound hope
It is the story of the spirit of an ancient tradition brought back to life, rejuvenated by the love of Allah, knowledge (ʿilm), and the desire to give the past a future (iḥyāʾ wa tajdīd).
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