Question 1

Does California State University, Fresno sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. California State University, Fresno has filed 9 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 9 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 90 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 California State University, Fresno, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 90 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 California State University, Fresno?

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 California State University, Fresno's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

California State University, Fresno has a 100% PERM approval rate across 9 total applications (9 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2017	3	3	0	0	103
2016	6	6	0	0	89

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor A-17115-29693	$111,000	Fresno, CA	Jun 16, 2017	Sep 27, 2017	103	Certified
Associate Professor A-17142-40975	$115,200	Fresno, CA	Jun 15, 2017	Sep 27, 2017	104	Certified
First Assistant Coach - Volleyball A-17094-20806	$60,624	Fresno, CA	May 4, 2017	Jul 27, 2017	84	Certified
Assistant Professor A-16252-51048	$81,000	Fresno, CA	Oct 12, 2016	Jan 31, 2017	111	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16252-51046	$81,000	Fresno, CA	Sep 12, 2016	Nov 30, 2016	79	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16204-35338	$60,000	Fresno, CA	Aug 15, 2016	Nov 2, 2016	79	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16203-34995	$63,600	Fresno, CA	Aug 9, 2016	Nov 2, 2016	85	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16203-34880	$68,004	Fresno, CA	Aug 9, 2016	Nov 7, 2016	90	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16203-35032	$65,004	Fresno, CA	Aug 2, 2016	Nov 2, 2016	92	Certified-Expired

California State University, Fresno — Green Card PERM Data

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