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MBZUAI Opens Admissions for Fall 2026

In a groundbreaking move, the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has opened its admissions for the Fall 2026 academic term. This university, renowned as the first institution globally dedicated solely to artificial intelligence (AI), aims to attract the brightest minds from across the globe. With a vision to shape the future through innovative education, MBZUAI offers a variety of undergraduate, master’s, and PhD programs designed to prepare the next generation of innovators in the field of AI.

A Leader in AI Education

Just five years after its establishment, MBZUAI has rapidly positioned itself among the top ten universities worldwide in AI research and education. It has attracted leading educators and researchers who are making significant advancements in artificial intelligence. The university is now equipped to introduce its first undergraduate programs starting in Fall 2025, enhancing its offerings that include bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees targeted towards developing expertise in AI and its numerous applications.

Undergraduate Programs

Prospective undergraduate students are invited to apply for the following programs:

• - Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (available in Engineering and Business pathways)

Graduate Programs

For those pursuing advanced studies, MBZUAI offers an extensive range of master’s and doctoral programs, including:

• - Master of Applied Artificial Intelligence (MAAI)
• - Master of Science in Computer Science
• - Master of Science in Computational Biology (pending regulatory approval)
• - Master of Science in Computer Vision
• - Master of Science in Machine Learning
• - Master of Science in Natural Language Processing
• - Master of Science in Robotics
• - Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science
• - PhD in Computer Science
• - PhD in Computational Biology (pending regulatory approval)
• - PhD in Computer Vision
• - PhD in Human-Computer Interaction (pending regulatory approval)
• - PhD in Machine Learning
• - PhD in Natural Language Processing
• - PhD in Robotics
• - PhD in Statistics and Data Science

Application Timeline

For Undergraduate Programs (Fall 2026):

• - Early Admission Opens: September 1, 2025
• - Early Admission Deadline: November 15, 2025
• - Regular Admission Deadline: April 30, 2026
• - Early Admission Decisions Announced: December 31, 2025
• - Regular Admission Decisions Announced: June 15, 2026

Applications for both early and regular admission will be processed on a first-come, first-serve basis, encouraging applicants to submit their materials promptly.

For Graduate Programs (Fall 2026):

• - Application Opens: September 1, 2025
• - Priority Deadline: November 15, 2025*
• - Final Application Deadline: December 15, 2025

How to Apply

Students interested in applying can access the online application portals:

• - Undergraduate Applications: MBZUAI Undergraduate Admission
• - Graduate Applications: MBZUAI Graduate Admission

For further inquiries, prospective students can contact the university at [email protected]

This opportunity opens new avenues for individuals passionate about making impactful contributions in the field of AI, ensuring their skills are aligned with the rapidly evolving technological landscape. Join MBZUAI and embark on a transformative educational journey that aims to empower the AI leaders of tomorrow.