Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Exercise Physiology (2024): the AAO withdrew the Director's finding that the petitioner
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the AAO withdrew the Director's finding that the petitioner qualified for the underlying EB-2 classification, concluding he failed to demonstrate five years of progressive post-baccalaureate work experience. Additionally, the AAO found the petitioner did not establish that his proposed endeavor was of 'national importance,' a key requirement for the National Interest Waiver.
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Advanced Degree Post-Baccalaureate Experience Exceptional Ability Substantial Merit National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance Endeavor Benefit To The U.S.
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