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approved EB-2 (NIW) RFE Issued

Graduate Research Assistant

Education Policy · Bangladesh · 2025-11-29

Processing Time
617 days
Decision Date
2025-11-29
Location
Illinois
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research in education policy, specifically investigating how digital infrastructure and economic policies can reduce educational barriers. The work focuses on devising evidence-based policy innovations to address educational inequalities and foster equity through improved digital connectivity.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The endeavor addresses the critical national issue of digital inequality and educational barriers for low-income households.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, and 48 citations demonstrates the ability to impact the field.

3 Balance of Factors Met

On balance, the petitioner's specialized expertise in education policy and digital infrastructure justifies a waiver of the job offer requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The case was approved based on the petitioner's M.Sc. in International Development and a portfolio including 1 first-authored journal article, 2 working papers, 3 book chapters, and 2 technical reports. The evidence showed 48 citations from researchers worldwide and support from two expert recommendation letters, satisfying the Dhanasar prongs.

Request for Evidence (RFE)

Successfully Addressed

USCIS issued an RFE during the processing period; the firm provided a thorough response that successfully addressed the concerns, resulting in approval.

RFE Targets
Substantial Merit and National ImportanceWell-positioned to Advance the EndeavorBalance of Factors

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Original Contributions

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 617 days
RFE Issued
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 4

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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

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