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University Prep Program (UPP)

About the Program

We are excited to announce the launch of the 2025 NYU Abu Dhabi University Prep Program (UPP), dedicated to supporting students to prepare stronger applications for college using the CommonApp. This two-day in-person session will take students on a journey where they are exposed to all the information they need, reflect on their personal goals, build key skills needed for a successful application in workshop-style sessions, and find a community of like-minded peers.

NYU Abu Dhabi provides this program at no cost to the participants, including all program materials and meals. Transportation and accommodation are not provided.

All program graduates will be encouraged to act as mentors and advisors to peers within their respective high schools and share the knowledge and skills they have gained through this program.

Students must follow the application instructions to be considered for this program. The application form can be found in the Application Instructions tab.

  • The University Prep Program application is now closed.

While the in-person program is offered at no cost to those selected, airfare, accommodation, and transport expenses are NOT covered by the university. Those selected are required to cover their own expenses.

Program Eligibility

  • Students must intend to apply to university for the fall 2026 semester. This includes students who are rising seniors (those finishing high school in spring 2026), students graduating high school in 2025 and intending to take a gap year, or students who are committed to military service (for UAE nationals).
  • Students must be able to commit to attending the full program; lateness and/or absence will not be accepted.
  • Regardless of their location, all students will be responsible for their transportation and accommodation.
  • Student transcripts and overall application will be considered to assess academic strength and admissibility.

The University Prep Program application is now closed.