Question 1

Does Point PARK University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Point PARK University has filed 3 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 3 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 76 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 Point PARK University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 76 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 Point PARK 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 Point PARK University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Point PARK University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 3 total applications (3 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2017	1	1	0	0	41
2016	2	2	0	0	93

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor of Dance A-17046-03191	$73,607	Pittsburgh, PA	Mar 28, 2017	May 8, 2017	41	Certified
Asst. Prof. of Mechanical Eng. Technology A-16201-34061	$70,000	Pittsburgh, PA	Jul 28, 2016	Oct 12, 2016	76	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor – Information Technology A-16117-01957	$66,310	Pittsburgh, PA	Jul 8, 2016	Oct 26, 2016	110	Certified-Expired

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