dismissed EB-2 (NIW)

Computer And Information System

Technology, Information Systems With An Emphasis On Information Science Computing And IT Project Management · 2024-11-08

Decision Date
2024-11-08
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 states he plans to make a significant contribution to the national interest in the fields of technology, information systems with an emphasis on information science computing and IT project management. However, the decision notes that the petitioner did not specifically identify a proposed endeavor, instead focusing on educational pursuits.

Framework Evaluation

0 of 3 criteria met
1 Proposed endeavor has substantial merit and national importance Not Met

The Petitioner did not establish that his endeavor has substantial merit and national importance, failing to identify a specific proposed endeavor or demonstrate its broad impact on engineering, job creation, or economic benefits.

Why This Petition Was Denied

The appeal was dismissed because the Petitioner failed to satisfy the first prong of the Dhanasar framework, specifically the 'substantial merit' and 'national importance' elements. The Director found that the Petitioner did not identify a specific proposed endeavor, nor did he demonstrate how his work would broadly impact engineering or provide substantial economic benefits or job creation. The AAO affirmed these findings, declining to address the remaining prongs.

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Outcome dismissed
Criteria Met 0 / 3
Evidence Types 2

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