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Locations: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2027	10/01/2026	10/01/2026	01/05/2027	03/31/2027
Spring	2028	02/15/2027 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
Fall	2027	04/01/2027	04/01/2027	08/13/2027	12/20/2027
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction:	English	Minimum GPA:	2.5

Program Description:

Business + Culture

Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Program Overview

Your Business + Culture program in Abu Dhabi lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students with a background in business. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Emirati culture. Live and learn in Abu Dhabi!

Unique Experiences

Tour the New Abrahamic Family House

which houses places of worship for the three monotheistic religions

Visit the Burj Khalifa skyscraper

the tallest building in the world with the highest outdoor observation deck

Shadow staff at the Emirates Green Building Council

a non-governmental organization that promotes and educates sustainability

Learn More About Abu Dhabi

Your Destination

Abu Dhabi is the UAE's cosmopolitan capital, celebrated for its thriving business landscape and rich cultural heritage. As a global hub for entrepreneurship, finance, and international trade, Abu Dhabi offers exceptional opportunities for students studying business and culture. The city's unique blend of Emirati and international traditions, iconic landmarks like the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Louvre Abu Dhabi, world-class museums, and thriving creative industries make Abu Dhabi the perfect place to study abroad.

Housing

CIEE Abu Dhabi offers housing to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. By living with colleagues in shared apartments, we will strive for your accommodation preferences to be met. All housing has convenient access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation.??

Standard Housing:?Includes triple or double occupancy housing within a 20-minute commute to CIEE Center and with convenient access to shopping, supermarkets restaurants, cafes, and public transportation.?

Select Plus Housing:?This is a single occupancy housing with private bathroom and kitchenette in shared apartments/residence or hotel in the city.?This facility has convenient access to shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, cafes and public transportation within a 20 minute commute.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Abu Dhabi will open doors for you to explore the UAE's rich diversity, language, culture, history, ?and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Learn to cook traditional Emirati dishes alongside recipes from various cultures, enhancing your culinary skills
Be part of tree planting exercises where you volunteer with the local community to plant indigenous trees to save the environment
Join clubs to connect with successful entrepreneurs, work on innovative projects, and benefit from cross-cultural business experiences

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Abu Dhabi: Study in Abu Dhabi, a global city where tradition and innovation thrive side by side. From futuristic skyscrapers to bustling souks and serene desert landscapes, experience the unique blend of heritage and progress that defines this Middle Eastern hub.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Abu Dhabi's work scene is dynamic, offering a wealth of internship opportunities in finance, energy, tourism, healthcare, and technology. Both multinational corporations and fast-growing startups provide hands-on experience in an innovative and rapidly evolving economy. Abu Dhabi's diverse professional environment reflects the city's strategic focus on innovation, economic growth, and global connectivity.

Industry options include:

Business Management and Administration
Hospitality and Tourism
Manufacturing

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

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