I have a BS in computer science (four year degree) and five years of experience as a Software Engineer. Do I qualify for EB2 classification?
Qualifying for EB2 classification does NOT depend solely on whether the beneficiary has five years of experience. The main yardstick is whether the job requires that. That is, whether the job for which the Labor Certification is being filed for is that of an “advanced degree professional.” Advanced degree means a degree above the professional degree in the field, i.e., a Master’s degree. If the job needs a Masters degree (with or without experience) but the employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in the field plus five years of progressive work experience, then the position will qualify for EB2.
