Question 1

Does Adams State University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Adams State University has filed 4 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 4 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 324 days.

Question 2

What is the current PERM processing time?

Accepted Answer

The DOL processing time from PERM filing to decision typically ranges from 6 to 18 months. This does not include the prevailing wage determination (1–6 months) or the recruitment period (2–3 months) that happen before filing. For Adams State University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 324 days. See the processing time chart above for year-over-year trends.

Question 3

How long does it take to get a green card through Adams State University?

Accepted Answer

The full employer-sponsored green card timeline depends on three stages: PERM labor certification (6–18 months), I-140 petition with USCIS (4–6 months, or 15 days with premium processing), and adjustment of status or consular processing. For applicants from countries with visa backlogs like India and China, the wait for a visa number after I-140 approval can add years. The total process from start to green card typically takes 1–5+ years.

Question 4

What triggers a PERM audit?

Accepted Answer

The DOL may audit a PERM application if certain risk factors are present: layoffs within 6 months of filing, the foreign worker having an ownership interest in the company, job requirements that exceed the norm for the occupation, foreign language requirements, or combination occupations. An audit requires additional documentation but does not mean the case will be denied.

Question 5

What is Adams State University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Adams State University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (4 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn). The national average PERM approval rate is approximately 85%. Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2022	3	3	0	0	334
2017	1	1	0	0	110

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor of Geosciences A-22210-97439	$49,620	Alamosa, CO	Nov 3, 2022	Oct 23, 2023	354	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor of Chemistry A-22210-97061	$48,504	Alamosa, CO	Nov 3, 2022	Oct 23, 2023	354	Certified-Expired
Systems Administrator A-22180-81164	$66,960	Alamosa, CO	Jul 5, 2022	Apr 25, 2023	294	Certified
Senior Research Analyst A-17152-45291	$73,008	Alamosa, CO	Jun 1, 2017	Sep 19, 2017	110	Certified

Adams State University — Green Card PERM Data

Adams State University PERM & Green Card Filings

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