Question 1

Does The George Washington University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The George Washington University 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 441 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 The George Washington University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 441 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 The George Washington 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 The George Washington University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

The George Washington University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 8 total applications (8 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2024	1	1	0	0	513
2023	7	7	0	0	421

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor of Decision Sciences G-300-24241-299938	$180,000	Washington, DC	Aug 28, 2024	Jan 23, 2026	513	Certified
Assistant Professor of International Business G-300-23255-340676	$180,000	Washington, DC	Sep 12, 2023	Jan 29, 2025	505	Certified - Expired
Assistant Professor of Economics and International Affairs G-300-23237-296157	$113,300	Washington, DC	Aug 25, 2023	Dec 4, 2024	467	Certified - Expired
Assistant Professor of Economics and International Affairs G-300-23229-273776	$140,000	Washington, DC	Aug 17, 2023	Dec 3, 2024	474	Certified - Expired
Associate Professor, Prevention and Community Health (Misinformation/Disinformation) A-23145-47725	$140,000	Washington, DC	May 31, 2023	Jun 7, 2024	373	Certified
Assistant Professor of Anthropology and International Affairs A-23143-46259	$105,000	Washington, DC	May 30, 2023	Jun 7, 2024	374	Certified
Assistant Professor in Finance A-23138-44450	$240,000	Washington, DC	May 24, 2023	Jul 12, 2024	415	Certified
Research Scientist, Research Technology Services A-23005-83147	$110,000	Washington, DC	Jan 13, 2023	Feb 22, 2024	405	Certified-Expired

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