Success Story: With Our Expert Guidance, A South Korean Assistant Professor Won NIW Approval Without RFE
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“I worked with the firm on my EB2-NIW petition, and it was approved last week, exactly one year after filing (I didn’t use premium processing). My field is economics/social science, so my case could have been a bit more challenging than those in the STEM field with more tangible outcomes. Nevertheless, they are well aware of how to make a convincing case, and mine was approved without any hiccups. In addition, I greatly appreciate their timely communication, and my inquiries were always addressed within 24 hours. Thank you so much for your outstanding service!”
On June 24th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for an Assistant Professor in the Field of Finance (Approval Notice).
General Field: Finance
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Assistant Professor
Country of Origin: South Korea
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: New Mexico
Approval Notice Date: June 24th, 2025
Processing Time: 12 months
Case Summary:
The North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) is proud to share the approval of an I-140 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition for a highly qualified expert in finance. This petition was approved in June 2025 and demonstrates the strength of a well-documented case centered on significant contributions to economic decision-making and policy analysis.
Our client, a Ph.D. holder in industrial administration (finance), is an accomplished researcher whose proposed endeavor focuses on integrating real-world data with economic theories to better measure business risks. This work supports both corporate decision-making and national economic policy analysis. Given the increasing complexity of financial markets and the national need for data-driven, accurate risk measurement, this research holds critical value in sustaining economic stability and supporting small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) growth.
To demonstrate the client’s exceptional qualifications and the national relevance of their work, NAILG emphasized the following key components:
- Peer-Reviewed Publications: The client has authored 3 peer-reviewed journal articles. These works have appeared in prestigious finance journals and represent high-caliber scholarship within the field.
- Research Impact: According to Google Scholar, the client’s work has received 18 citations. Notably, two of these publications have ranked among the most highly cited articles in Economics & Business for their respective years of publication, underscoring the academic community’s reliance on the client’s research.
- Peer Review Service: The client has been invited to serve as a peer reviewer for several respected journals, having completed at least 4 reviews to date. This role affirms their recognition as a trusted expert within the finance research community.
- Funding Recognition: The client’s research has been funded by the Research Grants Council of Hong Kong, a competitive and nationally significant grant that supports projects with a strong impact on economic development.
Four letters of recommendation were submitted in support of this petition. These letters came from leading experts in the field, including both independent advisors and those familiar with the client’s work. Each letter affirmed the client’s expertise and the broader importance of their research:
“Altogether, [Client’s] work in this field is highly beneficial to various areas of the United States, and he must be allowed to continue it further.”
Through strategic presentation of evidence, including citation metrics, publication prestige, and the client’s documented record of scholarly success, NAILG successfully established that our client is exceptionally well-positioned to continue advancing a research agenda that addresses nationally important economic challenges.
We are honored to have assisted this accomplished researcher in securing approval to continue their important work in the United States, and we look forward to their ongoing contributions to economic policy, corporate risk analysis, and data-driven decision-making.