Question 1

Does Carson-Newman University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Carson-Newman 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 440 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 Carson-Newman University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 440 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 Carson-Newman 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 Carson-Newman University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Carson-Newman University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (4 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	Median Processing Days
2024	1	1	472
2023	2	2	457
2019	1	1	50

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor of Psychology G-300-24156-067760	$53,000	Jefferson City, TN	Jun 4, 2024	Sep 19, 2025	472	Certified
Asst Prof -New Testament/Assoc Director of Campus Ministries G-300-23292-443092	$55,000	Jefferson City, TN	Oct 19, 2023	Mar 7, 2025	505	Certified - Expired
Assistant Professor of Spanish A-23031-95704	$45,000	Jefferson City, TN	Feb 1, 2023	Mar 15, 2024	408	Certified-Expired
Donation Coordinator / Appalachian Outreach A-19108-94748	$33,696	Jefferson City, TN	May 2, 2019	Jun 21, 2019	50	Certified

Carson-Newman University — Green Card PERM Data

Carson-Newman University PERM & Green Card Filings

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