Dentist in public health seeks EB-1A extraordinary ability in sciences. Met judging criterion but failed membership through academy fellowship and professional certification. Dismissed because only one of three required criteria satisfied; final merits determination not warranted.

Musician and vocal artist with recent bachelor's degree sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. AAO dismissed appeal, finding petitioner met at least three criteria but failed final merits determination; record does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or placement among small percentage at top of field.

An entrepreneur in the digital exhibition field sought EB-1A classification. The service center accepted that the initial evidentiary criteria were satisfied, including membership, press coverage, judging, articles and a leading role, but denied at the final merits step. The AAO dismissed the appeal because the evidence did not place her among the field's top percentage.

Digital media strategy and operations professional claims extraordinary ability. Director found two criteria met; petitioner claimed three additional criteria on appeal. AAO dismissed, finding published material and original contributions not established. Overall, petitioner showed career progression but lacked evidence of sustained acclaim or position among small percentage at field top.