The American Islamic College is a private institute of higher education dedicated primarily to Islamic studies. The 3.3-acre campus has three buildings overlooking Lake Michigan, with classrooms, offices, a gym, an auditorium that seats 1,000 people, a library, a dormitory and a mosque. The school teaches students of all backgrounds to give excellent academic training in Islamic studies, which is contextualized with an understanding of the historic and cultural forces that affect the discussion. The school offers very well-developed programs for learning Arabic, including immersion programs.