EB-1AComputer science and AIIndividualDecided May 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAY012026_01B2203
High salaryMetJudgingMetLeading or critical roleMetMembershipMetOriginal contributionsMetAwardsClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Computer systems analyst claims extraordinary ability in sciences. Met at least three initial evidentiary criteria including leading role, membership, and salary. AAO found evidence lacks sustained acclaim over long period and achievements not recognized in field through extensive documentation. Appeal dismissed.
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What the AAO accepted
- High salary · 2024-25 salary evidence provided and accepted
- Judging · SCOPS determination upheld; criterion satisfied
- Leading or critical role · Letters from director and vice president established leading role at employer
- Membership · Membership in IEEE, Sigma Xi, and APIA established by 2025
- Original contributions · Criterion at 204.5(h)(3)(v) satisfied per decision analysis
What was missing
- Final merits · Acclaim limited to few instances shortly before petition; lacks sustained national or international acclaim
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 High salary | Met | 2024-25 salary evidence provided and accepted |
 Judging | Met | SCOPS determination upheld; criterion satisfied |
 Leading or critical role | Met | Letters from director and vice president established leading role at employer |
 Membership | Met | Membership in IEEE, Sigma Xi, and APIA established by 2025 |
 Original contributions | Met | Criterion at 204.5(h)(3)(v) satisfied per decision analysis |
 Awards | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in substantive decision |
 Final merits | Not met | Acclaim limited to few instances shortly before petition; lacks sustained national or international acclaim |
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