Persian Language Study in Tehran

The American Institute of Iranian Studies offers approximately ten two-month fellowships for advanced language study in Tehran available for one of three sessions of language training at the Dehkhoda Institute: Summer (session begins July 11), Fall (session begins September 30) or Winter (session begins February 4). The fellowships will be awarded to U.S. citizens who are enrolled in a doctoral program in the humanities or social sciences, have an approved research topic that requires use of Persian, and have completed at least one full academic year of Persian language study. The fellowships will cover international air travel, tuition, and board and lodging in Tehran. Applications must include a curriculum vitae and be made in the form of a letter, giving the following information: Citizenship; Research plans and what degree of Persian proficiency is required; Academic affiliation and status (stage of progress towards the doctorate); which of the three sessions is preferred; Names, addresses and e-mail addresses of two referees (including the applicant’s primary academic advisor).