EB-2 NIWEducation and academiaIndividualDecided June 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN012026_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Training and development specialist sought NIW for STEM education framework under Dhanasar. Advanced degree established. First prong failed: while endeavor had substantial merit, record lacked evidence of national importance and broad prospective impact. Framework described as scalable and replicable without detail or demonstrated innovation. Second and third prongs not reached.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed STEM education framework has substantial merit but lacks national importance; insufficient evidence of broader prospective impact beyond consulting clients
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed STEM education framework has substantial merit but lacks national importance; insufficient evidence of broader prospective impact beyond consulting clients |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached per precedent requiring first-prong success |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached per precedent requiring first-prong success |
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