California Islamic University - IIOC Extension — Attraction in Anaheim

As soon as I walked in, I felt like I was home. Not knowing that my conversion to Islam would happen 2 weeks after my initial visit. I went to meet Br. Jamaal and Sr. Sumayya for a tour and to observe prayer. I had lived most of my life as an agnostic , and my only intention at that time was to gain education about Islam. I sat and observed prayer. I could feel the energy of the congregation flow through me. I began to cry because I knew this was where my body and spirit had longed to be. A week later, I went back to visit Sr. Sumayya, for educational purposes, but my heart and my soul were ready to rest with my Muslim family. That day, I took my shahada! My journey into Islam did not look the way I expected to, but nonetheless, it has been one of the best experiences of my life. I am grateful, honored, and blessed to be a part of this...

I sought advice from so many people about Islamic learning institutions. Someone recommended this place. It has now been over 1 year that I have been doing the degree program (online). I cannot express how grateful I am to have discovered this place. How does the world not know about CIU? Learning at CIU has actually made practicing Islam easier in some ways. It has helped me to be a better person to those around me. It has also motivated me to benefit my community. I hope to finish the degree InshaAllah. However, it is hard for me to imagine when I will not be part of CIU. JazakumuAllahu Khairan to those involved in making CIU possible. I am grateful for CIU being affordable, easily accessible, and having high...

Amazing Place located in Fullerton, California, just down the road from the Islamic Institute of Orange County (IIOC) Mosque! Classes are on-site and online for the convenience of everyone! This is a great program for those that are passionate about learning more about Islam or simply starting from the basics. This is especially helpful for people that have a regular 9-5 gig as you can take the on demand or online classes. They also have a cafe on-site! Make an appointment, take a tour of the facility...