Question 1

Does Texas A&M University-Central Texas sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Texas A&M University-Central Texas has filed 4 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 4 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 69 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 Texas A&M University-Central Texas, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 69 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 Texas A&M University-Central Texas?

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 Texas A&M University-Central Texas's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Texas A&M University-Central Texas has a 100% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (4 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	2	2	64
2017	1	1	73
2016	1	1	84

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor A-19099-90390	$90,000	KILLEEN, TX	May 6, 2019	Jul 9, 2019	64	Certified
Assistant Professor A-19095-89278	$92,000	Killeen, TX	May 6, 2019	Jul 9, 2019	64	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17019-92849	$84,207	Killeen, TX	Feb 7, 2017	Apr 21, 2017	73	Certified
Assistant Professor A-16355-83085	$55,000	KILLEEN, TX	Dec 21, 2016	Mar 15, 2017	84	Certified-Expired

Texas A&M University-Central Texas — Green Card PERM Data

Texas A&M University-Central Texas PERM & Green Card Filings

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