Question 1

Does Samford University sponsor H-1B visas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Samford University has filed 7 H-1B Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) with the Department of Labor, covering 7 total positions. The median salary for Samford University's sponsored positions is $65,600.

Question 2

What H-1B salary does Samford University pay?

Accepted Answer

Samford University pays a median H-1B salary of $65,600 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 Samford University's positions break down across entry-level (Level I) through expert (Level IV) roles.

Question 3

Does Samford University also sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Samford University has filed 2 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 Samford University an H-1B dependent employer?

Accepted Answer

No, Samford 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
2025	2	2
2021	2	2
2019	1	1
2018	1	1
2017	1	1

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Status
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF MATHEMATICS I-200-25057-726170	$81,988	Birmingham, AL	Feb 26, 2025	Certified
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MATHEMATICS I-200-25050-708870	$81,988	Birmingham, AL	Feb 19, 2025	Certified - Withdrawn
Assistant Professor I-200-21161-388463	$65,600	Birmingham, AL	Jun 10, 2021	Certified
MATHEMATICAL SCIENCE TEACHERS, POSTSECONDARY I-200-21153-362656	$65,600	Birmingham, AL	Jun 2, 2021	Certified
ASST PROFESSOR OF MATHEMATICS I-200-19044-816725	$61,000	BIRMINGHAM, AL	Feb 23, 2019	Certified
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR I-200-18162-901223	$64,000	BIRMINGHAM, AL	Jun 12, 2018	Certified
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR I-200-17125-705615	$102,021	BIRMINGHAM, AL	May 5, 2017	CERTIFIED

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