About
The American Institute of Pakistan Studies (AIPS), established in 1973, is a bi-national research and education organization with a mission to promote academic study of Pakistan in the US and to encourage scholarly exchange between the US and Pakistan. It is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt, autonomous organization and a member of the Council of American Overseas Research Centers. AIPS offers various funding opportunities including fellowships, short-term research grants, book prizes, travel grants, Urdu language courses, and the Emerging Scholars Symposium.
Funding Opportunities
AIPS Co-Sponsorship Awards
The American Institute of Pakistan Studies (AIPS) offers co-sponsorship awards to support institutional members hosting Pakistan-related academic events in the United States. These awards provide financial support of $1,000 to current AIPS Institutional Members organizing conferences and workshops focused on Pakistan studies. The program operates on a rolling application basis, making funding accessible throughout the year. Applications require submission of conference details including title, theme, program agenda, proposed dates, faculty information, and a budget. This initiative supports the advancement of Pakistan studies scholarship and academic exchange within the United States by facilitating scholarly gatherings and collaborative events.
AIPS Conference Travel Grants
The American Institute of Pakistan Studies (AIPS) Conference Travel Grants fund travel to scholarly conferences for the presentation of papers or organization of panels on topics relevant to Pakistan Studies. All applications undergo a competitive review process consistent with the goals and aims of the organization. Awards have a maximum of $500 per recipient. The grants support attendance at invited conferences or workshops where the applicant is presenting research relevant to Pakistan Studies. International travel to Pakistan is limited to post-doctoral, US citizen applicants for Islamabad and Lahore only, subject to US State Department security restrictions. Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis with four annual deadlines throughout the year.
AIPS Senior and Junior Research Fellowships
The American Institute of Pakistan Studies (AIPS) offers Senior and Junior Research Fellowships for scholars conducting research related to Pakistan studies. These competitive fellowships support research periods lasting between 2 and 9 months. The program includes two fellowship types: Post-Doctoral Fellowships (Senior) and Pre-Doctoral Fellowships (Junior), with the latter available to PhD candidates who have completed all requirements except the dissertation. Funding for US citizens is provided by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State through a grant from the Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC). Limited funding for non-US citizens is available through AIPS unrestricted funds. Senior fellows can conduct research in Pakistan (Islamabad and/or Lahore) or in other countries excluding the US. Junior fellows who are US citizens cannot conduct research in Pakistan or the US, while non-US citizen junior fellows can conduct research in Pakistan or other countries but not the US. Fellows conducting research in Islamabad and Lahore are expected to stay in AIPS guesthouses and must complete their fellowship in one continuous trip with no breaks. The program includes stipends determined by the Fellowships Committee based on availability of funds and US State Department rates, along with support for economy airfare, lodging, and other research-related expenses. Fellowship awards cannot be used to replace salary for any applicant. Note: AIPS is not currently accepting applications for fellowships at this time. Interested applicants are advised to check back in November 2026.
Short-Term Research Grants to Pakistan
The American Institute of Pakistan Studies (AIPS) offers research travel grants to Pakistan each year for up to 3 months. This grant is open to AIPS members, regardless of citizenship, with graduate students strongly encouraged to apply. AIPS-funded travel is restricted to Islamabad and/or Lahore; Karachi may be possible for research purposes with prior approval from the AIPS office. Grants are awarded at $3,000 each and can be used to cover airfare and living expenses. Travel must take place between May 1 and December 31 of the year of the grant. Applicants must be graduate degree seeking or have completed a graduate degree, and must be AIPS Individual Members in good standing prior to submission and throughout the award tenure. AIPS strongly recommends establishing an affiliation with an academic institution in Pakistan for the duration of the award, though grantees are expected to arrange their own affiliation. All awardees must submit a final report after completion of their research.
At a Glance
- Total Funding Opportunities
- 7
- Active Now
- 4
- Source Domain
- pakistanstudies.org
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