Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Texas A&M University-Kingsville has filed 7 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 7 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 70 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-Kingsville, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 70 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-Kingsville?

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-Kingsville's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Texas A&M University-Kingsville has a 100% PERM approval rate across 7 total applications (7 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	1	1	385
2017	3	3	75
2016	3	3	58

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor A-23072-12281	$116,000	Kingsville, TX	Mar 20, 2023	Apr 8, 2024	385	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17059-07539	$55,639	Kingsville, TX	Mar 7, 2017	May 25, 2017	79	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17006-87996	$54,599	Kingsville, TX	Feb 16, 2017	Apr 27, 2017	70	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17004-86864	$70,000	Kingsville, TX	Jan 4, 2017	Mar 20, 2017	75	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16326-73407	$52,000	Kingsville, TX	Nov 28, 2016	Jan 25, 2017	58	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16316-70399	$75,920	Kingsville, TX	Nov 15, 2016	Jan 24, 2017	70	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16316-70443	$112,860	Kingsville, TX	Nov 14, 2016	Jan 10, 2017	57	Certified-Expired

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

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

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