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Ballet Teacher And Director

Ballet Teacher And Director · 2025-03-06

Decision Date
2025-03-06
Location
Georgia
This case is from a USCIS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) appeal decision. Appeal cases represent a subset of petitions and may not reflect typical outcomes.

Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to establish a limited liability company (LLC) in Georgia to operate a dance studio. This studio will train professionals for the entertainment industry in theater, dance, and musical theater, while also promoting sociability, well-being, and health through arts education.

Framework Evaluation

0 of 3 criteria met
1 The proposed endeavor has both substantial merit and national importance. Not Met

USCIS found the proposed endeavor had substantial merit in business and culture, but the petitioner failed to demonstrate its national importance, as the benefits did not extend broadly enough beyond the company's clientele or show significant economic impact at a national level.

Why This Petition Was Denied

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the national importance of her proposed endeavor, thus not meeting the first Dhanasar prong. While the endeavor had substantial merit, the petitioner did not provide evidence that the projected employment of up to 22 people or a net profit of up to $105,626 was significantly high for the dance industry, nor did she demonstrate broader national impact beyond her company's clientele or specific alignment with government initiatives.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Reference Letters Independent
Commercial Success
Government Alignment

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Frequently Asked Questions

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At a Glance

Outcome dismissed
Criteria Met 0 / 3
Evidence Types 3

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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