EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided September 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP302025_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Computer network architect self-petitioner sought NIW under EB-2. AAO affirmed SCOPS denial, finding her proposed endeavor in telecommunications security had substantial merit but lacked the national importance required by Dhanasar's first prong, as general field alignment does not establish specific endeavor 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 · Proposed endeavor lacked national importance; substantial merit established but national impact not demonstrated beyond field importance.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor lacked national importance; substantial merit established but national impact not demonstrated beyond field importance. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; no need to address remaining prongs. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; no need to address remaining prongs. |
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