Criterion 4 of 10
View Evidence ChecklistJudging the Work of Others
Have you been invited to judge the work of peers? This shows you are an expert.
Difficulty
Easy
Common for
Researchers, Engineers
Key Insight
Peer review counts as judging
Evidence Strength Examples
USCIS evaluates the strength of your evidence. Here's what they look for:
High Evidence Strength
Strong evidence that clearly demonstrates extraordinary ability
Editor-in-Chief of a top journal, chair of a major international conference track, or final judge for a prestigious national award panel.
Medium Evidence Strength
Moderate evidence that may need additional documentation
Conference program committee member, reviewing for reputable journals, or judging regional industry awards.
Low Evidence Strength
Weak evidence that typically doesn't meet USCIS standards
Peer reviewing for low-impact journals, internal hiring committees, or judging student competitions.
How to Document This Criterion
Evidence to Collect
Types of documentation USCIS looks for
- Invitation letters from journals/conferences/organizations
- Proof of completed reviews (anonymized if needed)
- Program committee listings with your name
- Editorial board appointment letters
- Information about the venue's prestige and selectivity
Pro Tips
Expert advice for stronger documentation
- 💡Show you were INVITED based on expertise, not just volunteering
- 💡Document the selectivity of the venue you judged for
- 💡Include multiple instances to show ongoing recognition
- 💡Editorial roles carry more weight than one-time reviews