Question 1

Does University of Montana sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. University of Montana 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 470 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 University of Montana, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 470 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 University of Montana?

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 University of Montana's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

University of Montana has a 100% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (4 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2025	2	2	0	0	470
2023	2	2	0	0	466

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Instructor II, Computer Science Department G-100-25035-663722	$68,640	Butte, MT	Feb 4, 2025	May 4, 2026	454	Certified
Assistant Professor, Mathematical Science G-100-25031-658068	$62,920	Butte, MT	Jan 31, 2025	Jun 1, 2026	486	Certified
Korean Language & Culture Instructor G-100-23275-405972	$57,430	McChord, WA	Oct 2, 2023	Feb 26, 2025	513	Certified - Expired
Assistant Professor, Environmental Engineering G-100-23198-195138	$102,873	Butte, MT	Jul 17, 2023	Sep 7, 2024	418	Certified

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