Law, legal theory and justice from a global, interdisciplinary perspective.
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.
Foundations in law, method and ethics, responding to the globalization of law.
Four Legal Studies electives; an optional London Track adds common-law courses at NYU London.
A capstone seminar and project.
Provides a firm foundation for J.D., LL.M. and other advanced law degrees; alumni have been admitted to Harvard Law, Yale Law, NYU Law, Cornell Law, Oxford and UCL. It also prepares government officials, entrepreneurs, advocates, diplomats, corporate executives and NGO leaders.
Award
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Start Date
September 2026
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Law
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.