Bayan Islamic Graduate School

Bayan Islamic Graduate School Bayan is a leading Islamic graduate school offering accredited M.A., M.Div. and D.Min. degrees at CTS.

Founded in 2011, Bayan is an Islamic graduate school offering accredited graduate degrees in partnership with Chicago Theological Seminary, and previously as a division of the Claremont School of Theology. As a uniquely American and non-sectarian institution, Bayan educates men and women as Muslim leaders, scholars, chaplains, and educators.

Jumu’ah is a return point each week.A pause from distraction. A reminder of what anchors us.May this Friday bring clarit...
06/05/2026

Jumu’ah is a return point each week.

A pause from distraction. A reminder of what anchors us.

May this Friday bring clarity, presence, and renewed intention.

The Preservers Scholarship supports students dedicated to preserving sacred knowledge and serving communities through sc...
06/04/2026

The Preservers Scholarship supports students dedicated to preserving sacred knowledge and serving communities through scholarship, leadership, and teaching.

Bayan remains committed to developing leaders who carry the Islamic tradition forward with wisdom and excellence.

Learn more about available scholarships for eligible individuals who’ve been admitted to study at Bayan.

Apply for admission today: https://www.bayanonline.org

What does it mean to study Islam in a way that prepares a person to serve?For Numan Ali Dugmeoglu, who recently graduate...
06/04/2026

What does it mean to study Islam in a way that prepares a person to serve?

For Numan Ali Dugmeoglu, who recently graduated from Bayan Islamic Graduate School with a Master of Arts in Islamic Studies, that question has never been abstract. It has lived in classrooms, counseling sessions, youth programs, community gatherings, and quiet conversations with students searching for direction.

Born and raised in the Philadelphia area, Numan has spent the past decade serving as a teacher, youth director, community leader, spiritual caregiver, and chaplain. At Bayan, he deepened the connection between Islamic tradition, pastoral care, spiritual formation, and the lived realities of American Muslim communities.

That integration now shapes his work as Muslim Chaplain at Cornell University.

“Everything is about love and service,” Dugmeoglu said. “My door is open to anyone from any faith who is on a journey toward connection with a higher power. We want to cultivate an environment that makes space for everyone’s identity and personal experience.”

At Cornell, Numan accompanies students through questions of faith, identity, purpose, and belonging. His work reflects the kind of applied Islamic scholarship Bayan seeks to cultivate: grounded in tradition, responsive to contemporary realities, and oriented toward service.

For Numan, graduation is not an endpoint. It is part of a continuing path of learning, responsibility, and compassionate presence.

The Embrace Scholarship helps support students pursuing graduate Islamic education with a commitment to growth, leadersh...
06/03/2026

The Embrace Scholarship helps support students pursuing graduate Islamic education with a commitment to growth, leadership, and community service.

At Bayan, we believe access to sacred learning should remain open, welcoming, and transformative.

Learn more about available scholarships for eligible individuals who’ve been admitted to study at Bayan.

Apply for admission today: https://www.bayanonline.org

Game night at Downtown Islamic Center (DIC)!Watch Qatar vs. Switzerland with Bayan and President Dr. Jihad Turk, alongsi...
06/02/2026

Game night at Downtown Islamic Center (DIC)!

Watch Qatar vs. Switzerland with Bayan and President Dr. Jihad Turk, alongside community members from across Chicago.

An evening built around connection, energy, and shared experience.

June 13 | 2pm CST

Registration Link: bayanonline.org/watchpartyIL

An afternoon dedicated to honoring scholarship, service, and the journey ahead.Bayan faculty, graduates, families, and c...
05/31/2026

An afternoon dedicated to honoring scholarship, service, and the journey ahead.

Bayan faculty, graduates, families, and community members gathered to celebrate the Class of 2026 at this year’s Graduate Luncheon — a moment of reflection, gratitude, and recognition for the work, growth, and commitment that brought each student to this milestone.

May what was learned continue to benefit communities for years to come, through 12 MA, 15 MDiv, and 12 DMin graduates who are part of a group of 151 alumni to date.

05/31/2026

At our recent Social Justice Conference, Dr. Tasneem Siddiqui explored how systems of oppression shape our societies and our lived experiences. She challenged us to recognize these structures with honesty and to respond with courage, compassion, and a commitment to justice rooted in our faith.

Soccer. Community. Lively Conversation. Join Bayan and President Dr. Jihad Turk for an exciting World Cup Watch Party at...
05/30/2026

Soccer. Community. Lively Conversation.

Join Bayan and President Dr. Jihad Turk for an exciting World Cup Watch Party at the Downtown Islamic Center (DIC) in Chicago, as Qatar takes on Switzerland.

Downtown Islamic Center (DIC), Chicago
June 13 | 2:00 PM CST
RSVP Required: bayanonline.org/watchpartyIL

Come watch the match, connect with the community, and enjoy an evening together in the city.

You can see the difference when someone has been formed with care.In how they lead.In how they respond.In how they hold ...
05/29/2026

You can see the difference when someone has been formed with care.

In how they lead.
In how they respond.
In how they hold responsibility.

Bayan’s work is not theoretical. It shows up in hospitals, classrooms, masjids, and public life, every day.

The countdown is on. Applications for Bayan’s graduate programs are closing soon! If you've been considering our MA, MDi...
05/29/2026

The countdown is on.

Applications for Bayan’s graduate programs are closing soon! If you've been considering our MA, MDiv, or DMin degrees to deepen your knowledge and elevate your leadership, now is the time to act.

Get ready to learn from leading scholars and join a community dedicated to faith, justice, and service.

Deadline to Apply: May 30, 2026

Begin your journey at Bayan. https://bayanonline.org/admissions

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2854 N. Santiago Boulevard , Suite 201
Orange, CA
92867

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