Question 1

Does Maharishi International University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Maharishi International 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 454 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 Maharishi International University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 454 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 Maharishi International 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 Maharishi International University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Maharishi International University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 5 total applications (5 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	Median Processing Days
2025	1	1	454
2024	2	2	460
2023	2	2	471

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor G-300-25065-750308	$75,000	Fairfield, IA	Mar 6, 2025	Jun 3, 2026	454	Certified
Assistant Professor G-300-24174-140482	$65,000	Fairfield, IA	Jun 22, 2024	Sep 19, 2025	454	Certified
Assistant Professor G-300-24159-084264	$45,500	Fairfield, IA	Jun 7, 2024	Sep 16, 2025	466	Certified
Assistant Professor G-300-23361-594247	$105,000	Fairfield, IA	Dec 27, 2023	May 13, 2025	503	Certified
Director of Payroll Services G-100-23183-162023	$63,600	Fairfield, IA	Jul 2, 2023	Sep 12, 2024	438	Certified

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