Business + Culture
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
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.
Program Highlights
- Academic Courses: Choose from 黑料网911courses and online courses delivered by CIEE鈥檚 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 activites, 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.
Excursions & Activities
CIEE鈥檚 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.鈥
Program Blogs
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Housing & Meals
Housing
黑料网911Abu 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:鈥疘ncludes double occupancy housing 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 hotel in the city.鈥 This facility has convenient access to shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, cafes and public transportation within a 20 minute commute.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
Meals are not included in this program. Students can eat out in many of the restaurants and caf茅s in the city.
Academics
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Course Information
Languages and Cultural Studies
Social Sciences
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
History, Philosophy, Religion
Engineering and Engineering Technologies
Natural Resources, Conservation, and the Environment
Languages and Cultural Studies
Social Sciences
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
History, Philosophy, Religion
Engineering and Engineering Technologies
Natural Resources, Conservation, and the Environment
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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.
Business Management and Administration
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Hospitality and Tourism
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Manufacturing
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Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.
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Scholarships & Grants
黑料网911offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Wollitzer Merit Scholarships in Area or Comparative Studies
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
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Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Spring 2026 12 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $15,950 | |
| Program Fall 2026 19 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
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| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $10,956 ** |
| Housing | $4,500 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $15,950 |
Optional Housing
黑料网911accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $2,700 |
Financial Aid
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Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $1,200 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $1,200 鈥犫赌 |
| Local Transportation | $1,000 |
| Books & Supplies | $15 |
| Visa Fees | $200 |
| Personal expenses | $220 |
| Total Costs | $3,835 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
Program Fees
黑料网911offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 黑料网911iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
黑料网911offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
黑料网911iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Nancy ElSobkey
Center Director
Nancy is a senior educator with more than two decades of experience in teaching, program development, and leadership. Her career includes work in international universities including American and Australian universities...
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