Welcome to Safwah Seminary!
Welcome to Safwah! Safwah Youth Seminary is an engaging program tailored for middle and high school students. Its primary goal is to equip American Muslims with trustworthy knowledge about Islam, foster a strong sense of confidence in their Muslim identity, and create a welcoming environment for our youth at ICF. Additionally, we strive to ensure that our students have the opportunity to form meaningful connections with other Muslim youth, forging stronger bonds of companionship and support.
OUR PROGRAMS
SAFWAH (Grades 6-8) YEAR 1 (101)
A one-year course for middle school students ages 11 to 15.
Covered topics include Stories of the Prophets, Prophetic Morals, Coolness of the Prophet's eyes, and Faith Essentials.
This course is appropriate for middle school students starting Safwah for the first time.
SAFWAH (Grades 6-8) YEAR 2 (102)
A one-year course for middle school students ages 11 to 15, continuing from Safwah 101.
Covered topics include Introduction to Hadith, Stories from the Quran, American Muslim Identity, and Daily Duas.
Completion of Safwah Year 1 (101) is a prerequisite to enroll in this course.
SAFWAH (Grades 9-12) YEAR 1 (201)
A one-year course for high school students ages 15 to 18.
Covered topics include Fiqh of Tahara and Salah, Seerah Makkah, Seerah Madinah, and Aqeedah.
This course is appropriate for high school students starting Safwah for the first time.
SAFWAH (Grades 9-12) YEAR 2 (202)
A one-year course for high school students ages 15 to 18, continuing from Safwah 201.
Covered topics include 40 Hadith Nawai, Tafseer of the Last 10 Surahs, Diseases of the Heart, Surah Hujarat, and Hadith Qudsi.
Completion of Safwah Year 1 (201) is a prerequisite to enroll in this course.
OUR INSTRUCTORS
Mufti Sajid Ali
Instructor & Resident Scholar at ICF
Ustadh Safi Khan
Instructor & Youth Director at ICF
Ustadh Safi Khan has been serving the Muslim community full-time since 2017. Raised in Memphis, Tennessee, he began his work as an Imam and as Director of Youth, College, and Young Professionals Programming. He also holds a bachelors degree in teacher education and minor in both English and youth and adolescent psychology from the University of Memphis. In 2019, he moved to Dallas and joined Qalam Institute and Roots Community as a full-time teacher. He specializes in Islamic morals, character, the life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, hadith, and Qur’anic reflections—particularly for youth and young adults. In addition to teaching, he mentors and creates dynamic programs that engage both youth and the wider community, fostering a wholesome and spiritually enriching environment. Learn more about Ustadh Safi by clicking here.
FEE STRUCTURE
Annual Fee: $400 per student
One time fee of $50 per student
Siblings Discount:
- 2nd sibling: $350
- 3rd sibling: $300
- 4th sibling: $250
Tuition payments are processed online via the Muntazim parent portal. Financial assistance is also available on an as-needed basis - click here to apply.
SCHEDULE
Safwah 101
Tuesdays - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Saturdays - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Safwah 102
Thursdays - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Saturdays - 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Safwah 201
Tuesdays - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturdays - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Safwah 202
Thursdays - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturdays - 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Please note Salah timings will effect class timings.
To access the calendar for the 2025-2026 academic year, click here.
STUDENT ENROLLMENT
Safwah enrollment is now open for the 2025-2026 academic year. Please click below to register
CONTACT US
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