EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided February 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB052025_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot metBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Language testing researcher and machine learning engineer sought EB-2 with national interest waiver. AAO affirmed advanced degree eligibility but dismissed appeal, finding proposed endeavor lacked demonstrated national importance and petitioner not well-positioned to advance it under Dhanasar framework.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Endeavor lacks demonstrated national or global impact; claims unsubstantiated by evidence of broader implications beyond employer.
- Well positioned · Decision found petitioner failed first prong; second prong not fully analyzed but disposition based on first prong failure.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Endeavor lacks demonstrated national or global impact; claims unsubstantiated by evidence of broader implications beyond employer. |
 Well positioned | Not met | Decision found petitioner failed first prong; second prong not fully analyzed but disposition based on first prong failure. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Decision dispositive on first prong; third prong arguments reserved and not reached. |
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