The global past, with strong coverage of the Middle East and the wider world.
Studied full-time over four years on the Saadiyat Island campus, combining the NYUAD Core Curriculum, major coursework and electives, up to two semesters of Study Away across NYU's global network, and a required senior Capstone.
Research methods and a global approach to the past.
The curriculum spans the Asia-Pacific, Atlantic, Indian Ocean, and Mediterranean, Black and Caspian Sea worlds.
An original-research capstone.
History majors graduate well prepared for advanced study and teaching and for professions including law, policymaking, public health, teaching, politics, diplomacy and business.
Award
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Start Date
September 2026
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Arts & Humanities
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
On campus
AED 251,838/yr
Apply through the Common Application. Admission is need-blind and NYU Abu Dhabi meets full demonstrated financial need through grants. Published tuition is USD 68,574 per year (2026-27), the same for every undergraduate major; most students pay less through need-based aid.