Question 1

Does Mercer University sponsor H-1B visas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mercer University has filed 4 H-1B Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) with the Department of Labor, covering 4 total positions. The median salary for Mercer University's sponsored positions is $76,400.

Question 2

What H-1B salary does Mercer University pay?

Accepted Answer

Mercer University pays a median H-1B salary of $76,400 for sponsored positions. Employers are required to pay H-1B workers at least the prevailing wage set by the DOL for the occupation and area. The wage level distribution on this page shows how Mercer University's positions break down across entry-level (Level I) through expert (Level IV) roles.

Question 3

Does Mercer University also sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mercer University has filed 3 PERM labor certification applications for employer-sponsored green cards, with a 100% approval rate. See the Green Cards tab for full PERM filing details.

Question 4

What do the H-1B wage levels mean?

Accepted Answer

The DOL assigns prevailing wages at four levels based on the complexity of the job and experience required. Level I (Entry) is set at the 17th percentile of wages for the occupation and area. Level II (Qualified) is at the 34th percentile. Level III (Experienced) is at the 50th percentile (median). Level IV (Expert) is at the 67th percentile. Higher wage levels indicate more senior positions and are viewed more favorably in H-1B petition adjudication.

Question 5

Is Mercer University an H-1B dependent employer?

Accepted Answer

No, Mercer University is not classified as an H-1B dependent employer. An employer is considered H-1B dependent when 15% or more of its workforce holds H-1B visas.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn
2017	3	3	0	0
2016	1	1	0	0

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Status
COLLABORATIVE PIANIST I-200-17249-872372	$72,800	MACON, GA	Sep 6, 2017	CERTIFIED
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ECONOMICS I-200-17234-012805	$80,000	MACON, GA	Aug 22, 2017	CERTIFIED
DRUG INFORMATION RESIDENT I-200-17073-566320	$42,000	MACON, GA	Mar 14, 2017	CERTIFIED
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF PHYSIOLOGY I-200-16342-337666	$120,000	MACON, GA	Dec 7, 2016	CERTIFIED-WITHDRAWN

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