Admitted Students
Welcome to the Class of 2029!
Congratulations! We are so excited to welcome you to the NYU Abu Dhabi community. Our students are vibrant, creative, intellectual, and passionate learners and doers, and your admission means you share that special spark. No matter where in the world you're joining us from, you represent the bold spirit of NYU Abu Dhabi, and we can't wait to see the impact you have here.
We are so excited to have you transition to NYU Abu Dhabi.
Follow the instructions below to give us a formal reply to reserve your place in the Class of 2029. NYU Abu Dhabi does not require a deposit for tuition or housing.
Next Steps
If you have any questions about these next steps, please email the Undergraduate Admissions Office at nyuad.admissions@nyu.edu or call us at +971-2-628-5511.
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Respond to Your Offer of Admission and Confirm Your Enrollment
From NYUHome, go to NYUAlbert and click on "View Application Status." Click on "Admitted Student's Portal," then click "Accept/Decline." To accept your offer of admission, check off the box immediately above the "Accept Offer" button to activate it.
Admission Type Deadline Early Decision I January 10 Early Decision II March 1 Regular Decision May 1 -
Celebrate with NYU Abu Dhabi
Now that you've received your offer of admission it's likely that you have questions, want to meet current students, and/or talk with staff members from across the University. During the month of April, we'll be hosting live virtual and in-person events to help you connect with the NYU Abu Dhabi community. You can access these through our Admitted Student Resource hub.
Take a Campus Tour
Get the experience of our academic building, state-of-the-art facilities, residence halls, and the neighboring community with a virtual tour, or book your spot for an in-person campus tour.
Activate Your NYU Email
Students admitted to NYU Abu Dhabi will receive an email sometime in May with information about how to set up their NYU Abu Dhabi email address. You will not be able to activate your NYU NetID (network identification) until you receive the initial communication. It will be important for you to activate your NYU NetID immediately as all future communications will be sent solely to your nyu.edu email address.
For instructions about activating email and/or login issues, please read more here.
Emails from NYU Abu Dhabi
If you are not receiving emails from NYU Abu Dhabi it is possible that you’ve activated your NYU NetID, but did not activate your NYU email. You can activate your NYU email easily by going to the start page and selecting the link "Google Apps for Education Password." Once you set the password, your email will be activated.
Enroll for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication) is standard within NYU Abu Dhabi. You will require this to access the student portal and NYU email. Follow the steps to enroll for MFA (NetID required).
Resources for Parents
We'd never forget about the parents and guardians who have helped their students reach this exceptional milestone. Keep an eye on your email for an invitation to join our NYU Abu Dhabi Parents and Families Facebook group.
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Please arrange with your high school counselor or official to have your final transcript sent to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions in New York, once available, in accordance with NYU's Final Transcripts and Proof of Graduation Policy.
Matriculated students who graduate from high school in the United States may have their transcripts submitted via the Common Application, email, or mail.
Matriculated students who graduate from a high school outside the USA will need to have their transcripts verified by our partners Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE). Please review our Proof of Graduation Requirements for Students Attending Non-US Institutions for instructions.
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Living on campus is an integral part of the NYU Abu Dhabi experience and is guaranteed for all four years of your undergraduate journey. Our modern residences are thoughtfully designed to foster a vibrant and supportive community, providing you with a safe and welcoming environment to call home. From study spaces to social lounges, you’ll find everything you need to thrive academically and personally. Get ready to build lifelong memories and connections in the heart of our dynamic campus community!
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You have or will receive communications from the Undergraduate Admissions Office regarding the submission of certain documents such as a passport photo and a copy of your passport among other items sometime in May. Some of you have not yet — nothing to worry about! Our Student Affairs Offices will begin sending out information regarding immigration documents, First Week Programming, as well as other useful onboarding information to help your transition to campus in the fall.
For the purposes of the UAE student visa, your passport should be valid for at least two years from your start at NYU Abu Dhabi and contain several blank pages for visa stamps. It is important to note that students that hold a diplomatic passport must apply for a regular passport for the UAE visa process. Visas cannot be processed on a diplomatic passport.
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The CSS Profile(s), and any supporting financial documentation (if requested), are required for all students wishing to be considered for need-based financial aid from NYU Abu Dhabi.
You may be asked to submit tax forms and/or financial statements to verify the information reported on your Profile application. You must provide all documentation requested by the Office of Financial Aid in a timely manner. Requested documentation should be presented in English or be accompanied by an English translation. Your award offer will be affected, only if you do not respond to data requests or if significant changes or data corrections are determined during the verification process.
You may access the details of your award offer on your Student Portal as a new admit and also in the NYU Albert Student Center.
You should read your award letter carefully as it will outline the details and requirements of your offer. You may also view the 2025-2026 estimated Cost of Attendance on the NYU Albert Student Center under the "Finances'' tab followed by "Financial Aid Links." You can also find more information on how to renew your aid on our website.
If you are expected to receive financial aid from a source outside of your family, please notify the Office of Financial Aid at nyuad.financial.support@nyu.edu of that assistance. Such support may be in the form of government grants, scholarships from community organizations, or other sources. Any such financial support from an external source will be considered in determining the amount of financial aid you ultimately receive from NYU Abu Dhabi. Please note, your combined awards cannot exceed the annual cost of attendance.
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If your financial aid covers home travel, please do not make your own travel arrangements as the University (Office of Global Education) will send you more information and instructions about your travel to Abu Dhabi in mid-May.
If your financial aid does not cover home travel, please make sure you book a flight landing in Abu Dhabi during the scheduled move-in dates for Marhaba. Due to UAE visa regulations, it is necessary for all flights to be booked to arrive in Abu Dhabi (not Dubai or Sharjah).
Please note that in May you will also receive more information about the UAE visa process. Once the visa procurement process begins, please do not plan any kind of travel through the UAE prior to Marhaba as this would invalidate the entry permit the University will be arranging for you.
If you have any travel/visa questions you may send your inquiry to the Student Mobility Office at nyuad.studentmobility@nyu.edu.