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MIP Score

55

Religion
Islamic Organizations

Boston Islamic Seminary

Mission

The Boston Islamic Seminary (BIS) is an academic institute of higher education committed to training religious leaders to serve American Muslim communities and enhance the understanding of Islam for people immersed in the contemporary context.

Basic Information

Tax-Exempt

Address

60 Willow Street, Chelsea, Massachusetts, 02150

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Founded in

2015

EIN

81-5432436

Total Assets

$703.7 thousand

UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported

This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.

At a Glance

Islamic Poetry in South Asia

Islamic Poetry in South Asia

A workshop exploring the rich tradition of Islamic poetry in South Asia.

MIRL Program Overview

MIRL Program Overview

Detailed overview of the Master of Islamic Religious Leadership program.

College and Young Professionals Leadership

College and Young Professionals Leadership

Emphasizing the development of leadership skills for young Muslims.

Impact Stats

1

Degree Recognition

First Islamic Seminary to Award MIRL Degree

BIS is the first Islamic Seminary in the United States to receive the authority to award a Master of Islamic Religious Leadership (MIRL) degree.

Variable per Cohort

Number of Participants

Iqra Fellowship Program

The Iqra Fellowship program empowers students and young professionals with foundational knowledge and leadership skills.

Past Events

Inaugural Graduation Ceremony

2021-09-15

The first graduation ceremony for the inaugural cohort of students.

Rights and Obligations of American Muslims in the Political Process

2023-08-27

Annual workshop focusing on the rights of Muslims in the American political process.

Upcoming Events

Islamic Poetry in South Asia Workshop Day One

Islamic Poetry in South Asia Workshop Day One

2024-11-22

An immersive workshop exploring Islamic poetry.

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Islamic Poetry in South Asia Workshop Day Two

Islamic Poetry in South Asia Workshop Day Two

2024-11-23

Continuing the exploration of Islamic poetry.

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Our Programs

Master of Islamic Religious Leadership

Master of Islamic Religious Leadership

A comprehensive master's program that prepares leaders for roles in religious and community services.

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Iqra Fellowship

Iqra Fellowship

A fellowship program aimed at college students and young professionals for leadership development.

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Testimonials

"BIS has sacralized my leadership work through the sacred knowledge that it continues to impart on me."

Fatima Mezdad

MIRL Student

"I wanted to take the next step, relying not on my random readings for my growth and those around me but confidently giving dawah."

Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz

MIRL Student

MIP Score (Beta)

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Overall Score

55

52

/100

Program Expense Ratio

59.46%

4

/20

Program Revenue Growth

108.82%

20

/20

Leverage Ratio

0.1213

18

/20

Working Capital Ratio

0.722

8

/20

Fundraising Efficiency

0

2

/20

Latest Filing Data: Form 990

Fiscal Year:2022

Source:Source: Self-reported by organization

Financial Details

Revenue

CategoryAmountPercentage
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants552.1K74.25%
Program Services190.9K25.67%
Investment Income5740.08%
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets00.00%
Other Notable Sources00.00%
Total Revenue743.6K100.00%