About
NYU Abu Dhabi is a one-of-a-kind campus in the Middle East, bringing the best of a liberal arts education and groundbreaking research from a top American university. With a rigorous and diverse curriculum, we offer students opportunities to excel in almost every field. Our students come from more than 120 countries, bringing their unique languages and perspectives together in a truly global community.
About the University
Established in partnership between New York University and the emirate of Abu Dhabi, NYU Abu Dhabi has assembled over the past decade a remarkable community of scholars, students, researchers, artists, inventors, and others who have contributed to the growth of the UAE’s capital as a global hub of knowledge and culture, while establishing a new model of higher education for today’s complex world.
The History of NYU Abu Dhabi
NYUAD made educational history as a pioneering campus of NYU’s global network and is a source of pride and inspiration for NYU and the UAE. We have expanded the international reach of NYU, whose history goes back to 1831, to weave tradition with innovation and build a bridge from the present to the future. We have created a major destination for the best and brightest students from around the world.
A world-class research university with a vision for a more prosperous future, NYUAD is a liberal arts college with a truly global perspective.
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
QS Graduate Employability Rankings (2022)
Prestigious External Student Awards
External Grant Awards
NYU Abu Dhabi in the Community
Community is at the heart of all we do. Our students, faculty, and staff are always prepared to roll up their sleeves and get to work. NYU Abu Dhabi members belong to a wider network of pioneers looking to solve some of the world's greatest challenges.
Partnerships and Collaborations
Building partnerships that strengthen the future through innovation and collaboration. Connect with us to explore how we can collaborate and make an impact together.
Thank you to our key partners.
Our Values
Join Our Team
NYU Abu Dhabi recruits faculty, researchers, and staff from all over the world, and provides an inclusive work environment for a long-term career in higher education.
Contact NYU Abu Dhabi
NYU Abu Dhabi is proud to have an open campus and invites the wider UAE community and the world to visit us and engage in our many public programs. We're always here to listen, feedback, and welcome visitors.