"This program is for the serious student . if you are in need of an opportunity to devote your time to advancement in the arabic language, this is the way to go. We were provided with quality teachers who took their tasks seriously and a acaring staff.Come prepared to lean and you will, inshallah"

"I reverted to Islam in 1991 and since that time I have participated in numerous classes in Qur’an and Arabic language. Alhumdullilah, during that time my knowledge has increased but what we accomplished in one month at Al-Ameen’s 2007 Intensive Arabic and Qur’an Program at Al Azhar University was monumental. Immersed for 30 days in historic Egypt, provided the environment for learning and the practical application thereof in the streets of Cairo, which can not be duplicated anywhere in the U.S. After completing the intensive program my capacity for reading and understanding the Holy Qur’an was increased so much so that for the first time in my life I was able to complete the entire Qur’an in Arabic language during this Ramadhan with proper tajweed. I strongly encourage all students of Islam and Arabic language to invest their time and resources into the Al Ameen program, the rewards, Insha Allah, will be enormous."

"I joined this program last summer as a graduate student in Islamic Studies with advanced language skills. I found the teaching staff to be excellent and the coursework to be challenging. The Qur'an (tajweed) instruction is impeccable. I would encourage more advanced learners to apply. If you have any interest in long-term study in Cairo or at Al-Azhar this program is the perfect introduction. "

" Alhamdulillah, it is a good concept and should be supported. I found myself conflicted with my time b/c yes I was there to study arabic but it was also my first time in Cairo and there was so much to experience. The scheduling was excellent for the purpose of the course (ie to focus on and learn arabic). I had been considering coming again in July but we are expecting that month so it is not possible... Sister Matiniah, If there is any help I can offer please don't hesistate to contact me. Allah (swt) knows best. Hope all is well with all."

"The Al-Ameen program is ideal for those who have a limited span of time yet want an intensive Arabic learning experience. Our instructors were truly top-notch and very dedicated to accommodating student needs, and it's nice to have the Al-Azhar certificate. The organizers' arrangements for housing, transportation, and access to food and other provisions provide peace of mind to travelers in a foreign country. Of course, it was great to be in Cairo, where so many layers of history and culture can be appreciated. It was a wonderful experience overall."

"The best part for me about the class was the opportunity to get away from the everyday routine, make that commitment to study, and work with some wonderfully talented young people. I would love to return and bring a couple of students. The Tajweed class was my favorite. It really explained why we pronounce Arabic the way we do and it gets you to reflect on our deen from an educational perspective. I enjoyed the living accommodations because they were away from the hussle and bussle of the city, yet a cab ride away from the fun. I would have liked to have some field trips that combined language development and sight seeing. "

"I chose the Intensive Arabic Immersion Program because I have a Ph.D. that is now old-1989-and decided to see if I could get jump started back into Arabic. It worked! I stayed up all night reading and studying once a week for the first two weeks. In our small class of six people, at least three of us worked this hard and all had satisfying results. The instructor interspersed the grammar instruction with aspects of Qur'anic balagha (rhetoric) that helped us to understand why the Companions (may Allah be pleased with them) both loved and understood the Quran with much more depth than many of us Muslims do today. I really hope that Allah allows me to attend again next year; indeed, if the program were stretched to eight weeks, I hope Allah would allow me to be a part of it."

"The trip to Cairo through the Al-Ameen program was the best thing that happened to me. Alhamdulillah, I had a blast. I fell in love with everything there, including their food, their shops, and even their people. Egypt is THE PLACE to go for learning Arabic language and Arab culture. What I liked about this program is that there is something in it for everyone. For example, if your sole purpose is to learn Arabic, the teachers were not only excellent, but patient, hard-working and dedicated. They seemed more like friends than teachers. At the same time, there is plenty of time for those who want to do sight-seeing and experience the Egyptian lifestyle. Going to class every morning was tough at times, but in the end, it is only the good times that you remember and cherish forever. I would be more than happy to answer any questions from potential students."

"My trip with Al-Ameen Associates to Cairo was a great experience that I will never forget. The program provided a excellent opportunity for me, as a non-Arab, to immerse myself in the Arabic language, Quran, and the culture. The Arabic lessons are intense, but the teachers care a lot about your progress and will become good friends, making the learning process much easier. On the weekends, there is still plenty of time to go sightseeing and shopping. Last year our group went to Alexandria, the Pyramids, the Old City, a rural farm, and on a cruise. I probably went to Kon Al-kolehee Market near Al-Azhar Mosque ten times."

"My experience with the program was for the most part positive. I learned a lot of Arabic that I use in classes and with friends. I made friends in Egypt that I still talk to at least weekly. I got a chance to go overseas and learn about a culture very different than what I know. Everyone should do that at least once in their life. "

"I feel that the Arabic program was just what the doctor ordered. Not only was the program excellent, so was the stay. Congratulations to all the students and may Allah shower all of us with his blessing. Mas muka (smile)."

"Last year's trip to Cairo with Al-Ameen Associates was by far one of the best investments I have ever made. After finishing the course, I felt my Arabic was really on another level. The living quarters, food, shopping, and departure were well organized. Studying and class-room experiences were very intensive, yet there was still plenty of time to visit cultural and historical sites on the weekends. Al-Azhar was very beautiful and the teachers were second to none. For anyone who is serious about improving their classical Arabic skills, the Al-Ameen Associates trip to Cairo is a must."

"The Al-Ameen Associates Arabic Language immersion program was an excellent experience for me. It propelled me to hear the language spoken (the first stage of learning language), to begin to recognize, read and write some of the Arabic words that I already knew, to expand my Arabic vocabulary, and it motivated me to want to learn more. I had the opportunity to see a culture that I have only read about in books. The accommodations were comfortable, the company was exceptional and the teachers were excellent and engaging."

"I had a nice time. I extended my knowledge of Arabic. I increased my knowledge of Tajweed, my accommodations were wonderful, my teachers were very learned, my fellow students were respectful, and calm in their demeanor."

"The Intensive Arabic Program held at Al-Azhar University in cooperation with Al-Ameen Associates and The Graduate School of Islamic and Social Sciences was definitely one of the most comprehensive Arabic learning experiences I've had. The focus on modern standard Arabic in conjunction with the Quran class (focus on tajweed and memorization) allowed me to experience two different styles of Arabic while being constantly surrounded by individuals whose English was limited at best. Like any other program, you get out of it what you put in, but definitely the potential is there for you to benefit greatly by applying what you are learning in the classroom. The methodology of learning Arabic using Arabic is definitely useful for those who have some basic familiarity and/or understanding of the language when they enter the program — and provided for some amusing combinations of charades and use of the limited vocabulary we had! I will always appreciate the patience and skill of the teachers who were guiding us through this new experience and am grateful that I was able to benefit as much as I did within such a short period of time."

"The Intensive Arabic Immersion Program at Al Azhar University was an enriching experience to say the least — both on an academic and personal level. The program's concentration on personal development supplemented with a rigid course syllabus and small class sizes provided for an ideal study environment. Classes were designed and modified to cater to students' needs and ensure that each student got the most out of the course. The religious aspect of the program took it to a different level and was crucial in building up student confidence to read and pronounce Arabic aloud as well as comprehend chapters from the Quran. From the improvement in language, to the study of religion and the opportunity to meet the head sheikh at Al-Azhar mosque, right down to the experience of living in Egypt and forming friendships, the Intensive Arabic Immersion Program was both profound and unforgettable."

"We both enjoyed our studies at Al-Ahzar. The program was indeed intense, but we survived and learned the rudiments of Arabic. We wish we could go this year. We have never felt so at peace. Cairo, with its multitudes of people, poverty and the language barriers was a place where you felt love and kinship. We did not want to leave."