Can I cite invitations to judge undergraduate theses (TCC) remotely?

Yes. Invitations to judge undergraduate thesis projects (TCC), including in a remote format, can be cited in the EB-1 as evidence of participation as a judge of others’ work in your field. The remote format alone does not disqualify the activity.

What gives this type of evidence weight is context. Gather documentation that shows your role and the relevance of the invitation, for example:

• The invitation letter or email, identifying the institution that issued it.
• A description of the committee or evaluation process and the criteria used.
• Evidence connecting the role to your area of expertise.

It is important to show how this evaluator role reinforces your professional recognition, rather than presenting it as an isolated item. In the EB-1, documentation must be consistent and build a coherent picture of distinction.

Since each case is assessed individually, it is worth checking the updated requirements with USCIS and, when possible, reviewing your strategy with an immigration specialist.

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