Question 1

Does Florida A&M University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Florida A&M University 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 384 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 Florida A&M University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 384 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 Florida A&M 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 Florida A&M University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Florida A&M University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 5 total applications (5 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days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	1	1	0	0	474
2023	4	4	0	0	396

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor G-300-24116-926261	$90,022	Tallahassee, FL	Apr 25, 2024	Aug 12, 2025	474	Certified
Instructor G-300-23271-389089	$65,199	Tallahassee, FL	Sep 28, 2023	Jan 15, 2025	475	Certified - Expired
Assistant Professor A-23136-43285	$104,438	Tallahassee, FL	May 30, 2023	Jun 3, 2024	370	Certified
Assistant Professor A-23136-43239	$67,400	Tallahassee, FL	May 30, 2023	Jun 3, 2024	370	Certified
Associate Professor A-23088-20014	$86,400	Tallahassee, FL	Apr 4, 2023	Apr 22, 2024	384	Certified

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