NYU Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi

Earn your bachelor’s abroad where cultures connect and curiosity thrives. At NYU Abu Dhabi, you’ll explore bold ideas, broaden your perspective, and prepare to succeed in a truly global world.

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Study Abroad in the #1 Safest City in the World

NYU Abu Dhabi offers a rigorous, broad, and imaginative education in a uniquely global community.

An Exceptional Education

Choose from a wide range of majors with a strong focus on STEM and research. With 24 student Rhodes Scholars and 3 faculty Nobel Laureates, NYUAD is an ambitious and inspiring community.

Multicultural Student Life

Abu Dhabi is where cultures connect and curiosity thrives. With a student body from over 125 countries, multiculturalism isn’t a buzzword at NYUAD — it’s your everyday experience.
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Leading Global Innovation

As UAE’s capital, Abu Dhabi is a global hub of knowledge and culture. By studying at the #1 globally ranked university in UAE, you’ll be at the center of a city that’s shaping the future.

Mbiko Mayaka

Analyst at JP Morgan Chase & Co

"Studying Social Research and Public Policy at NYUAD was an excellent way of setting me up with the foundational knowledge required to make educated decisions as an analyst."

Maryam Jasem Hasan

Financial Analyst, Mubadala Investment Company

"NYUAD allowed me to experiment and to leave my comfort zone in a way that led to discovering a passion for Economics and Public Policy. The liberal arts education at NYUAD allowed me to broaden my horizons in a way that both challenged and motivated me."

Abdulla Almarzooqi

MA Candidate in Middle Eastern Studies at Harvard University

"My most meaningful achievement at NYU Abu Dhabi was the relationships I managed to build with professors, staff members, and peers. I continue to stay in touch with many of them."

Mbiko Mayaka

Analyst at JP Morgan Chase & Co

"Studying Social Research and Public Policy at NYUAD was an excellent way of setting me up with the foundational knowledge required to make educated decisions as an analyst."

Maryam Jasem Hasan

Financial Analyst, Mubadala Investment Company

"NYUAD allowed me to experiment and to leave my comfort zone in a way that led to discovering a passion for Economics and Public Policy. The liberal arts education at NYUAD allowed me to broaden my horizons in a way that both challenged and motivated me."

Abdulla Almarzooqi

MA Candidate in Middle Eastern Studies at Harvard University

"My most meaningful achievement at NYU Abu Dhabi was the relationships I managed to build with professors, staff members, and peers. I continue to stay in touch with many of them."

93%

Employed or in Graduate School within 6 months
(Class of 2024)

#1

Safest City in the World
(CEOWORLD magazine)

#1

Globally Ranked University
in the UAE

(as NYU by Times Higher Education)
NYU Abu Dhabi

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