Saifi Institute
SAIFI
Arabic Institute
Achrafieh, Mgr. Atallah Street, Beirut
info@saifiarabic.com
رزنامة

Academic Calendar.

Six-week terms, year-round. Plan your Arabic journey around our structured schedule — and register early, classes fill fast.

Currently In Session:Spring Term 2March 30, 2026 to May 6, 2026
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2026 – 2027 Terms

Registration opens 2–3 months before each term. We recommend booking your place as early as possible.

Spring Term 2

In SessionNow Open
DatesMarch 30, 2026May 6, 2026Registration opensJanuary 2026

Registration now open.

Summer Term 1

Upcoming
DatesMay 18, 2026June 19, 2026Registration opensMarch 2026

Saifi Immersive Arabic Summer Program (SIASP)

Upcoming
DatesJune 22, 2026July 27, 2026Registration opensFebruary 2026

5-week full-immersion program. Limited to 10–15 students. Apply early.

Fall Term 1

Upcoming
DatesAugust 31, 2026October 7, 2026Registration opensJune 2026

Fall Term 2

Upcoming
DatesOctober 19, 2026November 25, 2026Registration opensAugust 2026

Christmas Term

Upcoming
DatesDecember 7, 2026December 23, 2026Registration opensOctober 2026

Shorter intensive term. 3 weeks.

Winter Term 1

Upcoming
DatesJanuary 12, 2027February 18, 2027Registration opensNovember 2026

Spring Term 1

Upcoming
DatesMarch 1, 2027April 7, 2027Registration opensJanuary 2027

Regular or Intensive?

Regular

$300 USD / term
Hours / week6 hours / week
Hours / term30 hours / term
Sessions2 sessions × 3 hours
DaysMonday & Wednesday OR Tuesday & Thursday
TimesMorning (8:30–11:30) or Afternoon (13:00–16:00)

Ideal for students who want to balance study with work or travel.

Recommended

Intensive

$750 USD / term
Hours / week15 hours / week
Hours / term75 hours / term
Sessions5 sessions × 3 hours
DaysMonday through Friday
TimesMorning (8:30–11:30) or Afternoon (13:00–16:00)

For maximum progress. Recommended for students with a defined timeline.

Class fees do not include course books, which must be purchased separately before Day 1. Book fees vary by level: approximately $20–$40 USD. See full fee breakdown →

Class Times at a Glance

SessionMonTueWedThuFri
Morning
8:30–11:30am
RegularIntensive
Intensive
RegularIntensive
Intensive
Intensive
Afternoon
1:00–4:00pm
Intensive
RegularIntensive
Intensive
RegularIntensive
Intensive

Days Saifi Is Closed

Classes are not held on Lebanese public holidays. Exact dates for Islamic holidays are confirmed closer to the time.

New Year's DayJanuary 1, 2026
Teacher's DayMarch 9, 2026
Good FridayApril 3, 2026
Easter MondayApril 6, 2026
Labour DayMay 1, 2026
Eid al-FitrMarch 30–31, 2026 (approx.)
Eid al-AdhaJune 6–7, 2026 (approx.)
Muharram / AchouraJuly 2026 (approx.)
Prophet's BirthdaySeptember 2026 (approx.)
Christmas DayDecember 25, 2026

Secure Your Place
Before It Fills

Classes fill up fast — especially the intensive morning sessions. Register online now or contact admissions to discuss which term is right for you.