What documents support the quality of an Academic Evaluation for EB-2 NIW?

In the EB-2 NIW, the Academic Evaluation shows that your foreign education is comparable to U.S. academic standards. A compelling evaluation cannot stand alone: it must be supported by a set of documents that confirm the origin, authenticity, and content of your credentials.

The core of this package typically includes:

• A detailed evaluation report issued by a recognized agency, with an equivalency analysis of your degrees and coursework.
• Certified copies of your diplomas and certificates, accompanied by an official translation when required.
• Official transcripts and academic records describing your educational background and courses completed.
• Supporting documents, such as course descriptions and letters of recommendation, when they help contextualize your academic background.

More important than volume is consistency: all documents must align and support, without contradictions, the equivalency stated in the evaluation. Because requirements may vary depending on the case and the reviewing authority, confirm the current guidelines with the official source before assembling your package.

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