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Universities in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi has some of the most distinctive universities in the region, from graduate-level AI research to French-curriculum degrees on Al Reem Island. Compare programmes, fees and entry requirements below.
7Institutions
24K–341KFee range · AED
American, FrenchTop curricula
Abu DhabiMost common emirate
All 7 institutions
Fees at a glance
| School | Curriculum | Annual fees from | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zayed University | American | AED 39,990 | Not Rated |
| United Arab Emirates University | American | AED 24,000 | Not Rated |
| Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi | French | AED 71,700 | Not Rated |
| New York University Abu Dhabi | American | AED 251,838 | Not Rated |
| Khalifa University | American | AED 81,250 | Not Rated |
| Abu Dhabi University | American | AED 26,460 | Not Rated |
Fees shown are annual starting tuition from official school fee schedules; ratings come from KHDA, ADEK, SPEA and other regulator publications. Updated 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- How many universities are there in Abu Dhabi?
- Talem lists 7 universities in Abu Dhabi with full profiles covering programmes, fees, admissions and student life, and more are being added.
- Are there scholarships at Abu Dhabi universities?
- Yes. Several institutions offer generous scholarships, and some graduate programmes are fully funded. Each profile lists the scholarships available and their criteria.
- What can I study in Abu Dhabi?
- The span is wide: artificial intelligence, engineering, business, humanities and French-curriculum programmes, at undergraduate through doctoral level depending on the institution.