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New York University, Abu Dhabi

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New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is a pioneering liberal arts and research university located on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. As a key partner in NYU's global network, NYUAD offers a world-class education that combines a rigorous core curriculum with specialized majors in Arts and Humanities, Engineering, Science, and Social Science. The university is globally recognized for its highly selective admissions, diverse student body representing over 115 nationalities, and significant research output. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, including the Experimental Research Building and the Arts Center, while engaging in a unique 'global' academic experience with opportunities to study across NYU’s network in New York and Shanghai. Licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education and accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), NYUAD provides fully funded fellowships for PhD candidates and generous financial aid for undergraduates. It serves as a major hub for intellectual and creative exchange, fostering leadership and innovation in the Middle East and beyond.

Accreditation

CAAMSCHEABET

Campus & Amenities

Olympicsize Swimming PoolPerformance Gym400m Outdoor TrackExperimental Research Building (Labs)The Arts CenterCampus LibraryStudent CenterMultifaith RoomOutdoor Climbing WallSquash Courts

Programs & Fees

Bachelors
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Art and Art HistoryBA in Arab Crossroads StudiesBA in EconomicsBA in Film and New MediaBA in HistoryBA in Interactive MediaBA in Legal StudiesBA in Literature and Creative WritingBA in MusicBA in PhilosophyBA in Political ScienceBA in Social Research and Public PolicyBA in TheaterBachelor of Science (BS) in BioengineeringBS in BiologyBS in ChemistryBS in Civil EngineeringBS in Computer EngineeringBS in Computer ScienceBS in Electrical EngineeringBS in General EngineeringBS in MathematicsBS in Mechanical EngineeringBS in PhysicsBS in Psychology
AED 241,000 (USD 65,622 annually)
Masters
Master of Science in EconomicsMaster of Fine Arts in Art and MediaMaster of Science in Data Science and AIMaster of Business Administration (MBA - Stern at NYUAD)
AED 183,000 - 220,000 (Varies by program)
PhD
PhD in BiologyPhD in ChemistryPhD in Civil EngineeringPhD in Computer SciencePhD in Electrical EngineeringPhD in Mechanical EngineeringPhD in PhysicsPhD in PsychologyPhD in Transportation SystemsPhD in Biomedical EngineeringPhD in Chemical Engineering
AED Full Scholarship (100% funded)
Other
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA - Stern at NYUAD)

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Key Information

Acceptance Rate
Competitive
App Deadline
Rolling
Visa Support
Yes
Total Students
1,600+
Tuition (AED)
241,000 (USD 65,622 annually)
Tuition (INR)
61,45,500 (USD 16,73,361 annually)
App Fee
295
App Fee (INR)
7,523
International
85%
National
15%

Contact

nyuad.admissions@nyu.edu+971 2 628 5511
Saadiyat Marina District, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, UAE

How to Apply to New York University, Abu Dhabi

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