Question 1

Does LeTourneau University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. LeTourneau University has filed 3 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 3 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 280 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 LeTourneau University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 280 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 LeTourneau 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 LeTourneau University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

LeTourneau University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 3 total applications (3 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	499
2022	1	1	280
2017	1	1	142

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor G-100-24189-178312	$80,898	Longview, TX	Jul 7, 2024	Nov 18, 2025	499	Certified
Associate Professor A-22045-10986	$82,500	Longview, TX	Mar 2, 2022	Dec 7, 2022	280	Certified-Expired
Graduate Tennis Coach A-17345-19840	N/A	Longview, TX	Dec 19, 2017	May 10, 2018	142	Certified

LeTourneau University — Green Card PERM Data

LeTourneau University PERM & Green Card Filings

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