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2024 UAE Rhodes Scholarship

NYU Abu Dhabi students Alya Alhabtari (UAE) and Firas Darwish (Jordan) have been awarded the prestigious 2024 UAE Rhodes Scholarship.

Among NYU’s Most Cited Researchers in the World

Nidal Hilal, Professor of Engineering and Director of the NYU Abu Dhabi Water Research Center, whose work is widely cited across various fields, has been named among NYU scholars on the Highly Cited Researchers 2024 list. 

Students’ Music Now Orbiting Earth on the ISS

This milestone marks the culmination of the inaugural ASTROBEAT – Music from Space competition, a collaboration between NYUAD and the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology.


A New Model for Education

The 21st century requires rigorous, broad, and imaginative educational training. NYU Abu Dhabi provides extraordinary
opportunities for individual exploration and growth, and prepares students to succeed in a truly global world.

Campus Life

At NYU Abu Dhabi, there’s always something to do. Students live on a vibrant, residential campus located near many public beaches, restaurants, and world famous sites.

Academics

NYU New York, NYU Abu Dhabi, and NYU Shanghai form the backbone of NYU’s global network of degree granting campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity.

A Book of Belonging

The journey for NYU Abu Dhabi Alumni Maryam Alshehhi to publish a children’s book was rife with challenges. After several attempts of meeting with publishing houses — and several rejections— Alshehhi decided to pause, reflect on her work, and try again. 

Student Success Stories

Global Education

Global education is central to NYU Abu Dhabi’s mission. Through four years of interconnected academic and cultural experiences, students gain a deeper understanding of diverse cultures and develop a strong sense of social responsibility—ready to make a difference locally and globally.

Undergraduate Global Education

Every NYUAD student can study abroad during their four-year degree. Students may spend up to two semesters of their NYUAD education studying abroad in NYU’s Global Network of academic centers.

Graduate Global Education

Global PhD students begin their coursework in New York (1-2 years) and complete their research in Abu Dhabi. Fellowships provide competitive compensation packages, covering tuition costs, housing in Abu Dhabi, and provide a monthly stipend, as well as additional support for relocation and research start-up costs.

#1

Globally Ranked University in UAE (as NYU by Times Higher Education)

Globally Ranked University in UAE (as NYU by Times Higher Education)
3

Nobel Laureates on Faculty

Nobel Laureates on Faculty
95%

Post-graduation Placement

Post-graduation Placement

MEET OUR PEOPLE

The NYU Abu Dhabi community is the University's beating heart. We take pride in our people and we beleive they are the core of what makes the University special. Take a moment to learn more about our community, and delve deeper into the work, their research, and their academic passions. 

THE RESEARCH ENTERPRISE

Global Relevance, Local Perspective

Bodies on a Chip

Revolutionary biotechnology research is flipping the narrative on animal testing by using research into human cells to save endangered animals.

 

245+

patents filed for innovative research

patents filed for innovative research

The Robot Revolution 

Muhammad Shafique is working to make sustainable technology accessible to everyone, with inventions ranging from driver assistance tools to cognitive robots with their own “tiny brains.”


These Walls Could Talk 

Artist Vikram Divecha aims to create a global archive of salvaged walls for a new art destination and research hub, building the world’s first multi-cultural city through the ages.


Happy Little Accidents 

Researchers from the Smart Materials Lab and the Center for Smart Engineering Materials stumbled upon a discovery that could yield industry warping technology.

This is NYU Abu Dhabi

Hear from our students on why they chose to study at NYU Abu Dhabi. 

 


PUBLIC PROGRAMS AT NYU ABU DHABI

Discover shows, art exhibitions, and talks at NYU Abu Dhabi.

The Arts Center

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The Institute

Conferences and talks