Question 1

Does MCPHS University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. MCPHS University has filed 5 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 4 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 352 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 MCPHS University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 352 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 MCPHS 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 MCPHS University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

MCPHS University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 5 total applications (4 certified, 0 denied, 1 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2023	2	1	0	1	407
2022	3	3	0	0	303

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor, Pediatric Optometry/Vision Therapy G-300-23244-316663	$149,110	Worcester, MA	Sep 1, 2023	Oct 15, 2024	410	Withdrawn
Associate Professor of Medicinal Chemistry G-300-23180-153893	$123,834	Boston, MA	Jun 29, 2023	Aug 9, 2024	407	Certified
Associate Professor, Pharmacy Practice A-22221-02944	$148,335	Boston, MA	Sep 27, 2022	Sep 14, 2023	352	Certified
Digital Content Specialist A-22096-36509	$56,389	Boston, MA	May 16, 2022	Mar 8, 2023	296	Certified-Expired
Metadata and Digital Initiatives Librarian A-22096-36494	$62,317	Boston, MA	May 2, 2022	Jan 18, 2023	261	Certified-Expired

MCPHS University — Green Card PERM Data

MCPHS University PERM & Green Card Filings

PERM Filings by Quarter

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All PERM Filings

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