Program Overview

Introduction to the NYUAD Global PhD Student Fellowship in Transportation Systems

The NYUAD Global PhD Student Fellowship in Transportation Systems is a prestigious program offered by New York University Abu Dhabi. This fellowship is designed for exceptional students who wish to pursue a PhD in Transportation Systems at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering.

Application Process

To apply for the NYUAD Global PhD Student Fellowship, candidates must use the standard NYU Tandon School of Engineering online application for admission to an Engineering PhD program. There is no separate application for the fellowship. Interested students should indicate their preference for conducting research at NYUAD in their PhD application to the School of Engineering.

Selection Criteria

Selection for the NYUAD Global PhD Student Fellowship is highly competitive, and faculty at NYU and NYUAD will consider a range of factors, including:

• Past academic performance
• Test scores
• Recommendation letters
• Research compatibility
• Other relevant criteria

Application Requirements

The application requirements for the NYUAD Global PhD Student Fellowship include:

• Online application form
• Application fee
• Official transcripts with English translations if applicable
• Statement of purpose
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Letters of recommendation
• Proof of English proficiency if applicable

Expectations from Fellowship Recipients

Fellowship recipients are expected to:

• Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better for continued financial support
• Meet Graduate School and departmental standards of satisfactory academic progress
• Remain in good standing with their School of Engineering department

Additional Information

NYUAD Global PhD students must obtain a US student visa to enroll at the School of Engineering and a UAE residency visa to receive NYUAD funding. Fellowship recipients will be provided with additional information regarding these requirements.

Application Deadline

Applications usually open in mid-September for the following fall intake, and the application deadline is typically December 1 for the following fall intake. Please note that applications are only accepted for the fall semester, as spring admission is not offered.

Eligibility

Candidates in Engineering can only be considered for the Fellowship if they will hold a relevant master's degree before enrolling. Candidates who will not have a master's degree are still welcome to apply for the NYU School of Engineering PhD but cannot be considered for the Fellowship until they have earned the equivalent of a master's degree. Current NYU PhD students in Engineering may be eligible to apply for the fellowship, and all interested students should contact their departments and the NYUAD Graduate Programs Office for further information.