Question 1

Does Texas TECH University Health Sciences Center sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Texas TECH University Health Sciences Center has filed 15 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 7 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 71 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 TECH University Health Sciences Center, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 71 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 TECH University Health Sciences Center?

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 TECH University Health Sciences Center's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Texas TECH University Health Sciences Center has a 100% PERM approval rate across 15 total applications (7 certified, 0 denied, 8 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2017	9	3	0	6	78
2016	6	4	0	2	116

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (PSYCHIATRY) A-17205-67637	$250,000	MIDLAND, TX	Jul 25, 2017	Jul 26, 2017	1	Withdrawn
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (FAMILY AND COMMUNITY MEDICINE) A-17157-47399	$236,250	LUBBOCK, TX	Jun 6, 2017	Jun 8, 2017	2	Withdrawn
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (FAMILY AND COMMUNITY MEDICINE) A-17139-40480	$236,250	LUBBOCK, TX	Jun 6, 2017	Jun 7, 2017	1	Withdrawn
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (FAMILY AND COMMUNITY MEDICINE) A-17132-37850	$236,250	LUBBOCK, TX	Jun 6, 2017	Jun 8, 2017	2	Withdrawn
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (SURGERY) A-17012-90528	$280,000	AMARILLO, TX	Mar 7, 2017	May 24, 2017	78	Certified
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (FAMILY MEDICINE) A-17044-02161	$175,000	ODESSA, TX	Feb 14, 2017	May 3, 2017	78	Certified
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (FAMILY MEDICINE) A-17037-99711	$175,000	ODESSA, TX	Feb 6, 2017	Feb 8, 2017	2	Withdrawn
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (FAMILY MEDICINE) A-17033-98682	$175,000	ODESSA, TX	Feb 5, 2017	Feb 8, 2017	3	Withdrawn
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (PSYCHIATRY) A-16347-79810	$230,000	MIDLAND, TX	Jan 14, 2017	Apr 5, 2017	81	Certified
FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER I A-16293-63414	$46,920	LUBBOCK, TX	Oct 19, 2016	Jun 19, 2017	243	Certified
FACILITIES PROJECT MANAGER I A-16250-49694	$46,920	LUBBOCK, TX	Oct 19, 2016	Oct 20, 2016	1	Withdrawn
PROGRAMMER ANALYST III A-16230-43143	$54,642	Lubbock, TX	Sep 13, 2016	Nov 23, 2016	71	Certified-Expired
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (PEDIATRICS) A-16228-42508	$155,000	ODESSA, TX	Aug 15, 2016	Jan 4, 2017	142	Withdrawn
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (PEDIATRICS) A-16203-34847	$155,000	ODESSA, TX	Aug 12, 2016	Oct 24, 2016	73	Certified-Expired
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PEDIATRICS A-16223-41053	$200,000	ODESSA, TX	Aug 10, 2016	Oct 27, 2016	78	Certified-Expired

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