Question 1

Does Texas A&M University-San Antonio sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Texas A&M University-San Antonio has filed 8 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 8 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 112 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-San Antonio, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 112 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-San Antonio?

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-San Antonio's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Texas A&M University-San Antonio has a 100% PERM approval rate across 8 total applications (8 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	401
2019	2	2	49
2018	3	3	113
2017	1	1	154
2016	1	1	52

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor A-23087-19348	$70,000	San Antonio, TX	Apr 5, 2023	May 10, 2024	401	Certified
Assistant Professor A-19136-06357	$70,000	San Antonio, TX	May 21, 2019	Jul 9, 2019	49	Certified
Assistant Professor A-19128-02490	$86,000	San Antonio, TX	May 21, 2019	Jul 9, 2019	49	Certified
Assistant Professor A-18291-30714	$62,000	San Antonio, TX	Oct 26, 2018	Feb 13, 2019	110	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-18250-15905	$90,000	San Antonio, TX	Oct 9, 2018	Jan 30, 2019	113	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-18250-15891	$130,000	San Antonio, TX	Oct 9, 2018	Jan 30, 2019	113	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-17306-05945	N/A	San Antonio, TX	Nov 14, 2017	Apr 17, 2018	154	Certified
Assistant Professor A-16165-20892	$87,150	San Antonio, TX	Oct 18, 2016	Dec 9, 2016	52	Certified-Expired

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