Question 1

Does Tarleton State University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Tarleton State University has filed 6 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 6 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 439 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 Tarleton State University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 439 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 Tarleton State 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 Tarleton State University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Tarleton State University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 6 total applications (6 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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
2025	2	2	385
2024	3	3	475
2023	1	1	415

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Instructor G-300-25161-076579	$67,964	Stephenville, TX	Jun 10, 2025	Jun 27, 2026	382	Certified
Assistant Professor G-300-25153-040478	$124,911	Stephenville, TX	Jun 2, 2025	Jun 24, 2026	387	Certified
Assistant Professor G-300-24170-124259	$64,177	Forth Worth, TX	Jun 18, 2024	Sep 23, 2025	462	Certified
Assistant Professor G-300-24170-124147	$63,220	Forth Worth, TX	Jun 18, 2024	Sep 23, 2025	462	Certified
Assistant Professor of Geography and GIS G-300-24066-775638	$65,960	Stephenville, TX	Mar 6, 2024	Jul 21, 2025	502	Certified
Assistant Professor G-300-23177-144485	$63,674	Stephenville, TX	Jun 26, 2023	Aug 14, 2024	415	Certified

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