Question 1

Does Seattle University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Seattle University has filed 12 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 12 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 218 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 Seattle University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 218 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 Seattle 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 Seattle University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Seattle University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 12 total applications (12 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	3	3	436
2022	3	3	282
2021	3	3	163
2018	3	3	62

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor G-300-23333-529609	$73,000	Seattle, WA	Nov 29, 2023	Apr 3, 2025	491	Certified - Expired
Assistant Professor G-300-23163-099510	$78,000	Seattle, WA	Jun 12, 2023	Aug 5, 2024	420	Certified
Associate Professor A-23123-36815	$123,333	Seattle, WA	May 11, 2023	Jun 10, 2024	396	Certified
Assistant Professor A-22158-67872	$82,600	Seattle, WA	Jun 13, 2022	Mar 23, 2023	283	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-22098-38496	$95,000	Seattle, WA	Apr 21, 2022	Jan 12, 2023	266	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-22089-33396	$95,000	Seattle, WA	Apr 4, 2022	Jan 11, 2023	282	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-20316-19982	$76,760	Seattle, WA	Feb 18, 2021	Jul 22, 2021	154	Certified
Assistant Professor A-21039-50257	$94,000	Seattle, WA	Feb 10, 2021	Jul 23, 2021	163	Certified
Assistant Professor A-21036-49672	$125,000	Seattle, WA	Feb 10, 2021	Jul 30, 2021	170	Certified
Assistant Professor, Strategic Communication A-18212-03207	$64,000	Seattle, WA	Aug 21, 2018	Oct 10, 2018	50	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor of Nursing A-18149-80655	N/A	Seattle, WA	Jun 15, 2018	Aug 20, 2018	66	Certified
Assistant Professor A-18151-81612	N/A	Seattle, WA	Jun 5, 2018	Aug 14, 2018	70	Certified

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