Success Story: Over 7 Months for NIW Approval Without an RFE for Assistant Professor in the Field of Psychology
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On May 22nd, 2026, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for an Assistant Professor in the Field of Psychology (Approval Notice).
General Field: Psychology
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Assistant Professor
Country of Origin: South Korea
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Georgia
Approval Notice Date: May 22nd, 2026
Processing Time: 7 months, 8 days
Case Summary:
"There is thus no doubt that [Client] shall continue to produce additional valuable research, both driving progress in the field and bringing immense benefits to national and international challenges in the education system."
The statement above is taken from one of two recommendation letters submitted as part of the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition for a holder of a Ph.D. in psychological science. Drawing on our extensive experience and a proven track record of over 32,000 successful cases, our expert team meticulously crafted a compelling petition on their behalf.
Client Background and Proposed Endeavor
As an assistant professor in the field of psychology, the client's proposed endeavor is to continue research on investigating the factors that influence sustained motivation in individuals facing adversity, specifically post-stroke rehabilitation patients and low-income, first-generation college students, to improve therapeutic outcomes, educational attainment, and broader public health and socioeconomic equity. Currently conducting this work at a university in Georgia, the client is analyzing clinical trial data from telerehabilitation programs to identify motivational risk factors in post-stroke recovery, developing behavioral monitoring tools and therapy guidelines for remote care platforms, and conducting comparative studies on academic motivation to inform interventions that support first-generation college student persistence.
National Significance of the Research
We emphasized that this research is of significant importance and has far-reaching implications for the United States. The client's work addresses critical national priorities in both public health and educational equity, improving recovery outcomes for post-stroke rehabilitation patients and increasing college persistence among low-income, first-generation students. By generating actionable, psychologically informed frameworks, the research benefits academia, public health agencies, and institutions serving underserved populations across the country.
Impressive Credentials and Achievements
To further strengthen the case, we highlighted exceptional credentials:
- Publications: An impressive portfolio of 4 peer-reviewed journal articles (2 of them first-authored) and 6 first-authored abstracts.
- Citations: The work has been cited 69 times.
Case Outcome
Considering the exceptional strength of the accomplishments and the national importance of the proposed endeavor, we are delighted to share that this NIW petition was approved in over 7 months without RFE. The client's innovative work at the intersection of motivational psychology, rehabilitation science, and educational equity positions this researcher to make meaningful and lasting contributions to U.S. public health and educational outcomes for years to come. We are honored to have supported the client throughout this journey and extend our sincerest best wishes for continued success.