Question 1

Does Arkansas TECH University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Arkansas TECH University has filed 6 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 6 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 222 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 Arkansas TECH University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 222 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 Arkansas TECH 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 Arkansas TECH University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Arkansas TECH University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 6 total applications (6 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2023	3	3	0	0	395
2019	3	3	0	0	60

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor of Chemistry G-100-23186-167471	$48,910	Russellville, AR	Jul 5, 2023	Sep 5, 2024	428	Certified
Assistant Professor of Finance G-100-23180-155306	$50,700	Russellville, AR	Jun 29, 2023	Jul 9, 2024	376	Certified
Assistant Professor of Mathematicas G-100-23177-143309	$43,570	Russellville, AR	Jun 26, 2023	Jul 11, 2024	381	Certified
Assistant Professor of Computer Science A-19204-34315	$72,390	RUSSELLVILLE, AR	Jul 25, 2019	Sep 30, 2019	67	Certified
Instructional Design Specialist A-19203-33839	$45,900	RUSSELLVILLE, AR	Jul 23, 2019	Sep 27, 2019	66	Certified
Assistant Professor of Emergency Management A-19164-17865	$45,277	RUSSELLVILLE, AR	Jun 24, 2019	Aug 8, 2019	45	Certified

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