I have 2 years as assistant professor and 1 as associate professor. Does that count as experience for the EB-1B?

In general, yes, those periods can be combined. For the EB-1B, consecutive teaching periods in the same academic field are typically considered together as experience, even if the job title changed along the way. What matters is the nature of the activity, not the label of assistant or associate professor.

That said, several details factor into the analysis, such as the institution of affiliation, the duties of each role, and the coherence of the trajectory within the same specialty. Continuous, well-documented career paths tend to be read with greater clarity.

Keep in mind that, for the EB-1B, time of experience is just one part of the equation. The category also requires you to demonstrate international recognition and relevant contributions, through evidence such as:

• Publications and citations that show impact in the field.
• Awards and other forms of recognition by peers.
• Notable participation in the academic community.

Because each case is evaluated individually, it is worth checking the updated requirements on the USCIS website and gathering documentation of your career history with the support of a specialist.

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