EB-2 NIWEducation and academiaIndividualDecided November 2023Sustained
Outcome: Sustained
NOV172023_01B5203
Merit and national importanceMetWell positionedMetBalance favors a waiverMet
Our summary
School head with two master's degrees sought NIW under EB-2 as advanced degree professional. Proposed continuing work leading school focused on indigenous and foreign language revitalization and cultural heritage preservation. AAO sustained appeal, finding all three Dhanasar prongs satisfied based on alignment with federal initiatives and demonstrated success in field.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Merit and national importance · School head's work in indigenous and foreign language revitalization and cultural heritage preservation aligned with Biden Administration initiatives
- Well positioned · Petitioner possessed two master's degrees, considerable experience in cultural enrichment and education, documented track record in operating schools
- Balance favors a waiver · Petitioner's track record of success and contributions to cultural and educational interests would benefit US even assuming qualified workers available
What was missing
Every criterion in the table was found met.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Met | School head's work in indigenous and foreign language revitalization and cultural heritage preservation aligned with Biden Administration initiatives |
 Well positioned | Met | Petitioner possessed two master's degrees, considerable experience in cultural enrichment and education, documented track record in operating schools |
 Balance favors a waiver | Met | Petitioner's track record of success and contributions to cultural and educational interests would benefit US even assuming qualified workers available |
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