Question 1

Does Science Academy OF Chicago sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Science Academy OF Chicago has filed 2 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 2 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 455 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 Science Academy OF Chicago, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 455 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 Science Academy OF Chicago?

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 Science Academy OF Chicago's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Science Academy OF Chicago has a 100% PERM approval rate across 2 total applications (2 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2023	1	1	0	0	426
2022	1	1	0	0	483

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
ACCOUNTING OFFICER G-100-23202-207626	$51,501	MOUNT PROSPECT, IL	Jul 21, 2023	Sep 19, 2024	426	Certified
FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST A-22197-89559	$30,000	MOUNT PROSPECT, IL	Jul 19, 2022	Nov 14, 2023	483	Certified-Expired

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