Hello! I’m Nigina, a student from Zarafshan, a small town in the Navoiy region of Uzbekistan. I’m thrilled to share my journey of how I got into NYU Abu Dhabi with full financial aid. Coming from a public high school where studying abroad wasn’t common, I never imagined I would end up at such a prestigious institution. But with hard work, determination, and a little help from Admisist AI, I was able to make my dream a reality.

Why NYU Abu Dhabi?

Initially, I was focused on applying to top universities in the U.S., but as I researched more, NYU Abu Dhabi caught my attention. The campus offered an incredible blend of academic excellence, safety, and a diverse international community—three things I was looking for. Most importantly, NYU Abu Dhabi had the ideal program for my passion: 3D programming and animation. The flexibility of declaring a major in the second year also appealed to me, as it would allow me to explore different fields before committing to one. With its proximity to Uzbekistan and top-notch programs, I knew NYU Abu Dhabi was my dream school, so I applied Early Decision.

How Admisist AI Helped Me Prepare

I had an online interview, or as NYU Abu Dhabi calls it, a "candidate conversation," with admissions officer Lisa Mortini. The interview had a relaxed, informal atmosphere, which helped ease my nerves. However, I still wanted to ensure that I presented myself confidently and answered the questions thoughtfully. That’s where Admisist AI came in.

The ‘Prepare for Interview’ feature was a game-changer. I uploaded my background information, including my extracurricular activities and academic achievements, and Admisist AI analyzed it to generate precise answers. The AI could detect the questions being asked in real time and provide responses that connected my experiences to what NYU Abu Dhabi values. For example, when asked about the mark I want to leave at the university, the AI helped me express how my background in 3D animation and digital media could contribute to the campus community. This made my answers more compelling and relevant to the interviewer’s questions.

I was really impressed by how fast the AI could detect and analyze the questions, giving me well-thought-out responses that matched my background. This ensured that my answers were not only clear but also relevant to what I wanted to convey about myself.

The Result? I Got In!

A few weeks after my interview, I received an invitation to the Candidate Weekend in Abu Dhabi, which meant I was one step closer to my dream. The Candidate Weekend was an incredible experience, filled with activities that allowed me to bond with other applicants and get a feel for the NYUAD community.

Shortly after, I received the life-changing news: I was accepted to NYU Abu Dhabi with full financial aid! The university is covering almost all of my expenses, and I couldn’t be more excited to start this new chapter of my life.

If you’re an international student like me and nervous about your school interview, I highly recommend using Admisist AI. It helped me feel prepared, confident, and ensured that I made a strong impression on my admissions officer. Now, I’m heading to NYU Abu Dhabi to pursue my passion, and I couldn’t have done it without the support of Admisist AI.

— Nigina, Admitted to NYU Abu Dhabi