Unlock your potential as a storyteller at NYU Abu Dhabi. Join an ambitious cohort of rising sophomores, juniors and seniors for an intensive week of creative exploration and academic growth. From the secrets of narrative development to the demands of contemporary media, you’ll dive deep into the theory and practice of writing that moves people. Gain the analytical edge and expressive power you need for your next big chapter.
Dates: July 6 - 10, 2026
Duration: 1 week (5 instructional days)
Instruction time: 3 hours per day (15 total hours)
Location: NYU Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island Campus
Cohort size: 20 students
Application Fee: AED 370.00 (Non-refundable)
Tuition: AED 6,000
Tuition for both Programs, AED, 10,000
Eligibility: Ages 15 to 18 (Grades 10 to 12)
Applications are open from May 15, 2026 to June 15, 2026.
The Creative Writing Intensive provides a unique blend of academic rigor and hands-on creative practice in a dynamic university setting. Students develop their writing skills and creative voice through interactive labs and innovative assignments, culminating in an interdisciplinary exploration of storytelling and original work to add to their writing portfolio.
