Question 1

Does Mercyhurst University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mercyhurst University has filed 4 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 4 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 69 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 Mercyhurst University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 69 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 Mercyhurst 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. See the risk factors section above for Mercyhurst University's specific audit triggers.

Question 5

What is Mercyhurst University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Mercyhurst University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (4 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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
2023	1	1	469
2019	2	2	64
2018	1	1	71

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor of Intelligence Studies G-300-23207-216545	$70,500	Erie, PA	Jul 26, 2023	Nov 6, 2024	469	Certified - Expired
Assistant Professor of Cyber Security Studies A-19010-60764	$69,000	Erie, PA	Jul 30, 2019	Sep 30, 2019	62	Certified
Assistant Professor of Finance A-19051-74963	$95,000	Erie, PA	Apr 16, 2019	Jun 21, 2019	66	Certified
Instructor of Interior Design A-18180-93011	$51,500	Erie, PA	Aug 16, 2018	Oct 26, 2018	71	Certified-Expired

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