New York University In Abu Dhabi Corporation is a 501(c)(3) organization based in New York, New York, registered in 2009, with $284,084,635 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B, and it directs about 86% of spending to programs.
Revenue (FY2023)
$284.1M
▲ 8.5% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2023)
$284.1M
Net assets
$0
Employees
565
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For New York University In Abu Dhabi Corporation: 86% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a C+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For New York University In Abu Dhabi Corporation: 0 mo reserves · +0% margin earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For New York University In Abu Dhabi Corporation: 5 of 6 checks met earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For New York University In Abu Dhabi Corporation: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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The mission of nyu in abu dhabi corp. (nyuadc) is to support new york university (nyu) in its operation of new york univeristy in abu dhabi.
Nyu abu dhabi research: nyu abu dhabi is a world-class center of cutting-edge research, scholarship, and cultural activity.faculty from across the arts, humanities, social sciences, sciences, and engineering carry out creative scholarship and conduct research on issues of major disciplinary, multidisciplinary, and global significance. the nyuad research institute promotes cutting-edgeand innovative research through the support of its centers, labs, and projects. the university's unique location in abu dhabi makes it an ideal hub for researchers pursuing answers to pressing questions and solutions to complex global problems. nyu abu dhabiisranked number 1 in the uae by nature index for high-quality research output.the organization receives grants to defray the costs of this program service activity.
Sheikh mohammed scholars program: the sheikh mohammed bin zayed scholars program offers a select cohort of talented university students unique access to specifically designed courses, lectures, leadership experiences, networking, and graduate school opportunities and scholarships. the program accepts some of the most outstanding students at the three national united arab emirates universities: zayed university, the united arab emirates university, and higher colleges of technology, and has been developed in close consultations with the abu dhabi education council, national extant universities and colleges in the uae, and new york university abu dhabi. the organization receives grants to defray the costs of this program service activity.
Nyu abu dhabi institute: the nyu abu dhabi institute hosts academic conferences, workshops, lectures, film series, performances, and other public programs directed to both local audiences and to the worldwide academic and research community in both abu dhabi and new york. it is a center of the scholarly communityfor abu dhabi, the uae, and the wider region, bringing togetheracademics, professionals, and leaders from around the world to its academic conferences and public program to discuss research areas and topics of local and global significance. the organization receives grants to defray the costs of this program service activity. nyuad graduate programs: nyu abu dhabi offers a phd in astrophysics and space systems, which bridges the disciplines of physics and engineering and offers an interdisciplinary framework to explore fundamental questions in astrophysics while addressing the practical complexities of space systems design and implementation. nyu abu dhabi offers global phd student fellowships in collaboration with the nyu graduate school of arts and science, the nyu tandon school of engineering, or the nyu steinhardt school of culture, education, and human development. each program offers a unique opportunity to engage in a global setting. nyuad also supports visiting students, fellows, and postdoctoral associates across all disciplines. the organization receives grants to defray the costs of this program service activity. executive education: the office of executive education designs, develops, and delivers customized and open enrollment programs to meet the needs of uae organizations and executives. nyuad is capable of creating an environment where we optimize knowledge transfer with a world-class curriculum delivered within a common development platform. nyu abu dhabi, located at a new crossroads of the world, enriched by the intellectual vitality and research opportunities of a new world-class research institute, and benefiting from an active connection to nyu new york and other nyu global sites, provides the finest educational opportunity in the world for professional development. the organization receives grants to defray the costs of this program service activity. nyuad stern: stern school of business at nyu abu dhabi located at the heart of a global business hub, the stern at nyuad full-time mba program offers a premier business education deeply interconnected with nyu stern in new
Revenue grew from $179.8M (FY2013) to $284.1M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Operating margin
0.0%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$8.9M
Total liabilities
$8.9M
Net assets
$0
Salaries & benefits
$284.1M
100% of expenses
Board members
6
0 independent
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $284,084,635▲8.5% | $284,084,635▲8.5% | $0 | $8,878,338▲3.2% | 990 |
| 2022 | $261,770,125▲7.0% | $261,770,125▲7.0% | $0 | $8,601,852▲9.5% | 990 |
| 2021 | $244,574,561▲11.0% | $244,574,561▲11.0% | $0 | $7,852,709▼7.4% | 990 |
| 2020 | $220,364,326▲3.3% | $220,364,326▲3.3% | $0 | $8,480,173▼7.9% | 990 |
| 2019 | $213,375,532▲6.1% | $213,375,532▲6.1% | $0 | $9,210,831▼4.1% | 990 |
| 2018 | $201,045,770▲9.3% | $201,045,770▲9.3% | $0 | $9,609,445▲13.9% | 990 |
| 2017 | $183,974,625▲12.4% | $183,974,625▲12.4% | $0 | $8,434,936▼5.1% | 990 |
| 2016 | $163,729,414▲0.6% | $163,729,414▲1.0% | $0 | $8,887,379▼3.6% | 990 |
| 2015 | $162,757,331▲9.2% | $162,086,379▲15.5% | $0▲100% | $9,217,774▲31.4% | 990 |
| 2014 | $148,983,283▼17.1% | $140,313,600▼34.2% | -$670,952▲92.8% | $7,015,331▼29.1% | 990 |
| 2013 | $179,798,693 | $213,098,454▲43.3% | -$9,340,635▼139% | $9,900,135▼72.9% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $148,669,199▲30.6% | $23,959,126 | $36,514,626▼2.7% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $113,872,311▲48.1% | $23,959,126 | $37,538,408▲29.2% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $76,904,912▼10.0% | $23,959,126▲26.3% | $29,064,577▼57.8% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $85,452,374 | $18,967,090 | $68,890,282 | 990 |
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Highest-paid: Arlie Petters — $791,641 (0.28% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlie Petters | Director | 60 | $791,641 |
| Sehamuddin Galadari | Senior Vice Provost of Research | 60 | $688,666 |
| Fatma Abdulla | Senior Associate Vice Chancellor | 60 | $674,628 |
| Sunil Kumar | Vice Provost For Graduate and Postdoctoral Programs | 60 | $578,049 |
| Ernesto Reuben | Associate Dean of Graduate Programs & Societal Impact | 60 | $554,816 |
| Samer Madanat | Dean of Engineering | 60 | $552,806 |
| Kirsten Edepli | Professor of Biology | 60 | $538,467 |
| Marta Losada | Dean of Science; Professor of Physics | 60 | $535,326 |
| Baishakhi Taylor | Assoc. V. Chancellor, Student Affairs | 60 | $418,536 |
| Karen F Alston | Assoc. V. Chancellor & Chief Counsel | 60 | $409,881 |
| Martin Klimke | Vice Provost | 60 | $406,317 |
| Martin Mbugua | Associate Vice Chancellor, External Relations | 60 | $401,655 |
| Carol Brandt | Asst. V. Chancellor & Vice Provost | 60 | $386,981 |
| Bassam Moubarak | Executive Director, Finance & Budget | 60 | $314,167 |
| Riham Hwaidi | Associate Cabo, Facilities & Real Estate Operations | 60 | $249,611 |
| Sinikhiwe Maphosa | Asst. Provost of Academic Admin | 60 | $220,298 |
| Aisha Oliver-staley | Secretary | 2 | — |
| Amol Arun Dani | Associate Treasurer (start Date: 06/26/2024) | 60 | — |
| Andrew Hamilton | Former President | 10 | — |
| Fabio Piano | Vice President (start Date: 06/03/2024) | 60 | — |
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Data for New York University In Abu Dhabi Corporation (EIN 26-2652713) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.