Overview

The Psychology course from New York University generally involves one to two years of classwork at NYU New York, followed by three to four years of research at NYU Abu Dhabi. If selected, the doctorate is fully funded under the NYU Abu Dhabi Global PhD Student Fellowship.

Key facts:

Cutting-edge facilities: Access to neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG, MEG), and behavioral (cognitive, social, and developmental) research facilities, complemented by NYU’s extensive research infrastructure in New York.
Dual-campus training: Coursework completed at NYU New York, with dissertation research conducted in both campuses, providing a unique cross-continental academic experience.
Faculty mentorship: Close supervision from faculty at both NYU New York and NYU Abu Dhabi, fostering collaborative research projects.
Professional development: Integration into NYU’s worldwide academic community, with opportunities for career development and workshops.
Generous academic and financial support:
- Tuition, fees, and health insurance provided throughout the program
- Generous research assistantship and stipend provided by NYU Abu Dhabi throughout the program
- Assistance for degree-related travel between Abu Dhabi and New York
- Rent-free campus accommodation in Abu Dhabi
- A contribution toward accommodation costs in New York

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

Psychology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Graduate Studies in the Arts & Sciences (GSAS) Fellowship candidates apply using the standard online application for admission to a GSAS PhD program. There is no separate application for the NYUAD Global PhD Student Fellowship. Interested students should indicate their preference for conducting research at NYUAD in their PhD application to the GSAS.
Applicants will be notified of their Fellowship status upon acceptance to NYU, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Selection for the NYUAD Global PhD Student Fellowship is highly competitive, and faculty at NYU and NYUAD will take a range of factors into consideration. This may include past academic performance, test scores, recommendation letters, and research compatibility, among other criteria.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

Free

Living costs

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

5000 - 8600 AED / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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