Question 1

Does Brigham Young University Hawaii sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Brigham Young University Hawaii has filed 5 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 5 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 473 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 Brigham Young University Hawaii, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 473 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 Brigham Young University Hawaii?

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 Brigham Young University Hawaii's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Brigham Young University Hawaii has a 100% PERM approval rate across 5 total applications (5 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2024	4	4	0	0	473
2017	1	1	0	0	109

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Intercultural Peace Studies Assistant Professor G-100-24117-928357	$103,000	Laie, HI	Apr 25, 2024	Jul 21, 2025	452	Certified
Business Management Marketing Assistant Professor G-100-24095-858514	$103,000	Laie, HI	Apr 4, 2024	Jul 21, 2025	473	Certified
Pacific Island Studies Assistant Professor G-100-24045-718122	$103,000	Laie, HI	Feb 14, 2024	Jun 10, 2025	482	Certified
Neuroscience Psychology Assistant Professor G-100-24045-717924	$103,000	Laie, HI	Feb 14, 2024	Jun 10, 2025	482	Certified
Assistant Professor of Teaching English as a Second Language A-17198-64206	N/A	Laie, HI	Jul 21, 2017	Nov 7, 2017	109	Certified-Expired

Brigham Young University Hawaii — Green Card PERM Data

Brigham Young University Hawaii PERM & Green Card Filings

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