Academics

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.

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A New Model of Education 

NYUAD, with an exceptional liberal arts and sciences college at its core, attracts students from across the United Arab Emirates and around the world, representing over 120 countries and six continents.

Beyond the Classroom

Global education is an essential component of NYU Abu Dhabi’s educational mission and curriculum. It is realized through a careful sequence of interrelated academic and intercultural experiences over four years that foster greater intercultural understanding towards social responsibility — globally and locally.

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Experience NYU Abu Dhabi

“We come from all over the world with so many different backgrounds.”

Developing Leaders

NYU Abu Dhabi develops future leaders who contribute their passion and skills to NYUAD and the UAE.

As we prepare to turn the page to the next chapter of our lives, I carry with me the cherished memories of our time together. Regardless of the directions we take in life, the profound impact of NYUAD will always remain deeply ingrained within us.

Stefan Mitikj, Class of 2024
Global Perspectives in Science Lecture Series

Choosing a Major

Not sure what you want to do? It's OK! Students typically declare a major after first year. 

Get inspired by reading about our student's favorite courses.
Amal Al Gergawi

As an NYU Abu Dhabi student, I learned the power of digesting and navigating intellectual discomfort as both a window for personal growth and for constructive conversations. With the growing global crisis on forced migration, the Rhodes allowed me to engage with a diverse cohort of visionaries committed to the delivery of humane, effective, and sustainable outcomes.

Amal Al Gergawi, Rhodes Scholar
Mahmoud Elbeh, NYUAD Class of 2024

Just like all of my classmates, I was able to cultivate my safe space to thrive and ask questions, which happened to be in the ERB. Being just a door away from scientists, researchers, and individuals with whom I share similar interests was particularly inspiring.

Mahmoud Elbeh, Bioengineering
30 High Achieving Emirati High School Students Successfully Completed NYUAD’s Summer Academy Program

Community Education Programs

NYU Abu Dhabi is uniquely positioned to advance Abu Dhabi as a global center of ideas, education, and talent.

Shaping Future Leaders

With Executive Education and Top MBA Program for Strategic Success

Group Learning

Executive Education

NYU Abu Dhabi is uniquely positioned to deliver executive education that supports the development efforts organizations need to meet today's challenges.

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Stern at NYUAD MBA

Study in the only full-time MBA program brought by a top US business school to the MENA region.