Climate Action Plan
NYUAD is committed to achieving the ambitious goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Societal Impact and Engagement
The impact of societal engagement is profound, as it not only addresses immediate challenges but also fosters a sense of responsibility, empathy, and unity among people, ultimately driving positive change and progress in society.
Cultural
NYU Abu Dhabi promotes a diversity of cultures and identities, encouraging engagement with differences for the betterment of societies around the world.
- Humanities Research in the Digital Age: How Digital Tools Are Transforming Humanities Research
- New Perspectives on Old Traditions: The Arab World, from a Different Angle
- A Unique Family Tree: Some Popular North African Dates are Distinctly Different and Delicious
- Raised Religious: How does Islam Impact the World's Youth Outside the Mosque?
15
Global Network Sites
120+
Countries Represented
100+
Languages Spoken
89%
Semester Study Sway
(Class of 2024)
Economic
NYU Abu Dhabi plays a central role in Abu Dhabi's knowledge-based economy by spurring industrial, scientific, and technological innovation.
startAD Impact
30+
CORPORATIONS ACTIVATED
30+
Startups Accelerated
360+
Jobs Created
160+
Emirati Entrepreneurs Advanced
$240m
Raised by Startups (USD)
$180m
Revenue Generated (USD)
Environmental
NYU Abu Dhabi champions the sustainable stewardship of our planet through advancing awareness, knowledge, and technology to sustain life on our shared planet.
- Underrepresented Climate Catastrophe in the Himalayas Risks Lives of 2.5 Billion
- Protecting Transportation Networks Against Climate Change
- Uncovering the Secrets of the Gulf Ecosystem
- Just Add Salt: A More Sustainable Way to Make Cement
- Troubled Waters: Rapid Human-caused Change to the Environment Jeopardizes the Survival of a Keystone Species
Cool Food Pledge
NYUAD aims to achieve a 25% reduction in dining-related GHG emissions by 2030.
COP28 Leadership
NYUAD’s active participation involved hosting 43 events and facilitating discussions with 137 community members representing NYUAD.
Universities Climate Network (UCN)
Developed the first-ever national UAE Universities Climate Network (UCN), comprising 33 UAE-based higher education institutions.
Climate Tech for Change
NYUAD hosted the event held at Climate Action Innovation Zone with a reach of 2.2 million people globally.
Student Energy Summit (SES2023)
NYUAD students hosted the largest youth-led energy event in the world, with 600 young leaders from 130 countries.
Social
NYU Abu Dhabi is a social hub bringing people together from around the world through the arts, research, and education to exchange ideas and advance society.
Reputational
Increasing the stature and international reputation of Abu Dhabi as a magnet for talented people, resources, collaboration, and investment.
- The Robot Revolution: Working to Make Sustainable Technology Accessible to Everyone
- Bodies on a Chip: Using Research into Human Cells to Save Endangered Animals
- Unlocking the Secrets of the Universe: Groundbreaking Astrophysics Research Places NYUAD at the Forefront of Cosmology and Space Exploration
- Mission Remission: Key Advancements in Cancer Research, Position NYUAD as a Leader in Healthcare Innovation.
- Technology Taking Off: Contributions to Aviation Highlight NYUAD’s Role in Driving Technological Innovation
NYUAD Faculty
#1
Globally Ranked University in the UAE*
#1 in UAE
For publications in
worlds top science
journals (based on nature index)
3
Nobel Laureates
26
Mohammed bin Rashid Academy of Scientists
5
Ranked among the top 5 research universities in the UAE
(Ministry of Education)
Nidal Hilal Among NYU’s Most Cited Researchers in the World
NYUAD Students
24
Rhodes Scholars
20
Schwarzman Scholars
17
Erasmus
Mundus
Awards
2
Truman Scholars
SAT
Score Percentiles
75th: 1550
Median: 1530
25th: 1510
3%
Admission Rate
16
Fulbright Awards
10
Yenching Awards
93%
PLACEMENT RATE OF GRADUATES
WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION
97%
First year retention rate
(Fall 2023 Cohort)
*as NYU, by Times Higher Education