Question 1

Does Memphis School of Excellence sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Memphis School of Excellence has filed 5 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 5 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 215 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 Memphis School of Excellence, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 215 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 Memphis School of Excellence?

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 Memphis School of Excellence's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Memphis School of Excellence has a 100% PERM approval rate across 5 total applications (5 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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
2019	1	1	206
2018	1	1	230
2016	3	3	215

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Math Teacher A-19017-63672	$50,750	Memphis, TN	Jan 29, 2019	Aug 23, 2019	206	Certified
Math Teacher A-18313-39846	$50,750	Memphis, TN	Nov 13, 2018	Jul 1, 2019	230	Certified
Computer Teacher A-16312-68856	$48,975	MEMPHIS, TN	Nov 9, 2016	Jun 12, 2017	215	Certified
Math Teacher A-16307-67419	$45,206	MEMPHIS, TN	Nov 3, 2016	Jun 26, 2017	235	Certified
Budget Accountant A-16299-64913	$52,717	MEMPHIS, TN	Oct 25, 2016	Dec 20, 2016	56	Certified-Expired

Memphis School of Excellence — Green Card PERM Data

Memphis School of Excellence PERM & Green Card Filings

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