EB-1AArts, design, architectureIndividualDecided 2008Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Jan242008_01B2203
AwardsNot metPublished materialNot metMembershipClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Dance teacher and competitive dancer self-petitioner claimed extraordinary ability under EB-1A. AAO found only three criteria addressed: awards from youth and amateur competitions insufficient, no published material in major media, and coaching success limited to youth level. Appeal dismissed despite adequate evidence of intended continued work.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Awards from amateur and youth competitions do not indicate top-level extraordinary ability
- Published material · No evidence of publication in professional or major trade publications
- Final merits · Evidence does not establish sustained national or international acclaim at top level
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Awards from amateur and youth competitions do not indicate top-level extraordinary ability |
 Published material | Not met | No evidence of publication in professional or major trade publications |
 Membership | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not establish sustained national or international acclaim at top level |
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