Program · Summer, ages 18–25
Futuwwah Program
Inspired by the thousand year-old tradition of Futuwwah —the ethical code of virtuous youth—, Usul Academy’s Futuwwah Program aims to inspire love and appreciation in Muslim for Islam as a rooted living tradition in a spiritual, scholarly, and pleasant environment.
Usul Academy’s 1-week Retreat in Istanbul
July 13-17, 2026
Set in Istanbul’s historic madrasahs, Futuwwah program students will participate in the revival of teaching and learning according to the Islamic Tradition. During this retreat, participants will step into that tradition through a carefully designed program that combines spiritual practice, physical challenge, service, craftsmanship, and reflective community life. Together, we will explore how the teachings of the Quran, the Sunnah, and the Muslim intellectual tradition shape a life of responsibility, integrity, and purposeful leadership.
Just as important as scholarly work is to foster a sense of ṣuḥbah fellowship and an appreciation for the heritage of Islamic civilization. The daily program also includes culturally immersive activities such as art, sightseeing at various sites in Istanbul.
Recep Şentürk
President, Usul Academy
Samir Mahmooud
Academic Director, Usul Academy
Syed Jamaluddin
ISIP, Director
Qayyim Naoki Yamamoto
Professor, Marmara University
Preliminary Porgram*
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the program for?
The program is open to male and female college students 18-40 years of age.
Program cost
The fees for the 1-week program is $1,150 USD, covering accommodation, tuition, meals, and transportation in and around Istanbul. Participants are responsible for organizing their own flights.
What is included?
The cost covers: tuition, accommodation, daily meals and transporation in an around Istanbul. Students are responsible to arrange their own flights to Istanbul.
Accommodation
Students will be staying in segregated dorms in Fatih district. There is a separate building for females and males each walking distance from the location of the classes. Students will be sharing rooms with 4-5 other students, All meals will be provided by the accommodations.
For any inquiries please e-mail: info@usul.academy