Ready to Apply?  Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Whether you are just starting to explore your options or ready to submit your application, our admissions team is available to answer questions throughout the process.

Admissions

Applications Are Open for the January 2028 Intake

We are looking for ambitious professionals who are ready to invest in their development and committed to building their careers in the UAE and MENA region. Our admissions process is designed to learn about each person comprehensively, and their potential to contribute to the Stern at NYUAD community.

ADMISSIONS: AT A GLANCE

Next intake: January 2028
Upcoming deadline: January 7, 2027
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university

Work experience: No requirement
Standardized test: GMAT, GRE, Executive Assessment, LSAT, MCAT, or DAT required
English test: TOEFL, IELTS, or DET required if your native language is not English and your undergraduate/graduate degree was not taught in English

JANUARY

NEXT APPLICATION DEADLINE

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ADMISSIONS QUICK LINKS

Admissions Checklists Application Deadlines Admissions Policies Notification & Processes Additional Pathways

How We Evaluate Candidates

We evaluate each candidate across three dimensions:

Academic Profile

A strong undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate record, and a competitive standardized test score.

Professional Achievements and Aspirations

A track record of professional progress and a clear sense of where you want your career to go.

Alignment With NYU Stern Values

A demonstrated commitment to intellectual curiosity, emotional intelligence, responsible leadership, and the desire to create a positive impact on business and society.

Eligibility Requirements

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university
No work experience required
A standardized test score (GMAT, GRE, EA, LSAT, MCAT, or DAT accepted, no minimum score required)
English language proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or DET may be required, see application checklist for details)

Before You Apply

Taking the time to prepare thoroughly will strengthen your application. We recommend the following steps before you begin.

Connect With the Admissions Team 

If you have specific questions about your eligibility or the application process, our admissions team is available to help. You can reach us directly or book a one-to-one consultation via the Connect with Admissions page.

Connect With Admissions

Attend an Admissions Event 

The best way to find out if the program is right for you is to attend an admissions event. We hold regular in-person and virtual admissions events where you can hear from faculty, current students, and the admissions team, and ask the questions that matter most to you.

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Review the Application Checklist 

Before you begin your application, read the application checklist carefully. It sets out everything you will need to submit, including academic transcripts, test scores, essays, and recommendations.

Application Checklist

The Admissions Process

Once you have submitted your application, here is what to expect.

Application Review

Your complete application, including all required materials, is reviewed by the Admissions Committee. You can track the status of your application at any time via your application status page.

Initial Notification

You will receive one of two initial notifications: an invitation to interview or a denial of admission.

Interview

Interviews are by invitation only and are conducted virtually by trained admissions professionals who will have read your full application.

Post-interview Decision

Following your interview, you will receive one of three decisions: an offer of admission, a waitlist offer, or a denial of admission. All decisions made by the admissions committee are final.

Offer of Admission

If offered a place, your admission letter will be available via your application status page. Any scholarship awards will be included in this letter.

Additional Pathways

In addition to the standard admissions route, we offer three alternative pathways for eligible candidates.

NYU + MBA Program 

A combined pathway for NYU undergraduate alumni. Visit the NYU + MBA Program page for full details.

NYU + MBA

Deferred Start Program 

Allows current NYU graduating seniors to secure a place before they are ready to begin. Visit the Deferred Start Program page for full details.

Deferred Start

Re-applicants 

If you have applied previously and wish to reapply, please visit the re-applicants page before submitting a new application.

Re-applicants

Application Deadlines

	Deadline for Complete Application	Initial Notification*	Post-Interview Decision**
Round 1	January 7, 2027	February 11, 2027	March 11, 2027
Round 2	March 26, 2027	April 29, 2027	May 27, 2027
Round 3	June 10, 2027	July 8, 2027	August 5, 2027
Round 4	August 5, 2027	September 9, 2027	October 7, 2027

*You will receive one of two initial notifications: invitation to interview or denial of admission.

**For applicants who have completed their interview with a member of the Admissions Committee, you will receive one of three post-interview decision notifications: offer of admission, waitlist offer, or denial of admission.

Your application, with all required components, must be submitted by 11:59 PM Gulf Standard Time on the day of the deadline.

View admissions policies.

Connect With the Admissions Team

Our Admissions Team brings global experience and understands what matters when considering an MBA. Whether you’re exploring your options, assessing your fit, or preparing to apply, we can offer personalized guidance on the program, the admissions process, and how it aligns with your goals.

Start with an admissions consultation to share your background and ambitions, and help us tailor a conversation around you.

Our Admissions Team holds regular events and is always available to answer your questions and guide you through the process. Whether you are ready to apply now or still exploring your options, we are here to help.

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