Question 1

Does University of Michigan sponsor H-1B visas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. University of Michigan has filed 4,593 H-1B Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) with the Department of Labor, covering 4,593 total positions across 23 states. The median salary for University of Michigan's sponsored positions is $64,147.

Question 2

What H-1B salary does University of Michigan pay?

Accepted Answer

University of Michigan pays a median H-1B salary of $64,147 for sponsored positions. Employers are required to pay H-1B workers at least the prevailing wage set by the DOL for the occupation and area. The wage level distribution on this page shows how University of Michigan's positions break down across entry-level (Level I) through expert (Level IV) roles.

Question 3

Does University of Michigan also sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. University of Michigan has filed 339 PERM labor certification applications for employer-sponsored green cards, with a 100% approval rate. See the Green Cards tab for full PERM filing details.

Question 4

What do the H-1B wage levels mean?

Accepted Answer

The DOL assigns prevailing wages at four levels based on the complexity of the job and experience required. Level I (Entry) is set at the 17th percentile of wages for the occupation and area. Level II (Qualified) is at the 34th percentile. Level III (Experienced) is at the 50th percentile (median). Level IV (Expert) is at the 67th percentile. Higher wage levels indicate more senior positions and are viewed more favorably in H-1B petition adjudication.

Question 5

Is University of Michigan an H-1B dependent employer?

Accepted Answer

No, University of Michigan is not classified as an H-1B dependent employer. An employer is considered H-1B dependent when 15% or more of its workforce holds H-1B visas.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn
2026	305	294	0	11
2025	606	591	0	15
2024	576	565	0	11
2023	591	571	0	20
2022	205	203	0	2
2021	416	400	0	16
2020	220	215	1	4
2019	353	342	0	11
2018	462	445	3	14
2017	492	476	2	14
2016	223	217	1	5

University of Michigan — H-1B Visa Sponsorship Data

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