EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided March 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR212024_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Software developer and technology trainer with master's degree sought EB-2 NIW for improving STEM access among Hispanic population. AAO dismissed appeal, finding substantial merit but lack of national importance; general reports on equity in STEM insufficient without specific evidence of endeavor's prospective impact.
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 · Work in STEM education for Hispanic population has substantial merit but lacks national importance; generalized articles insufficient; no specific impact on proposed endeavor.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Work in STEM education for Hispanic population has substantial merit but lacks national importance; generalized articles insufficient; no specific impact on proposed endeavor. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserves this issue. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserves this issue. |
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