Question 1

Does University OF South Dakota sponsor H-1B visas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. University OF South Dakota has filed 19 H-1B Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) with the Department of Labor, covering 19 total positions. The median salary for sponsored positions is $66,200.

Question 2

Does University OF South Dakota sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Based on public DOL records, University OF South Dakota does not appear to have filed PERM labor certification applications for green card sponsorship.

Question 3

How many visa workers does University OF South Dakota sponsor?

Accepted Answer

University OF South Dakota has filed 19 LCAs covering 19 H-1B positions. The filing history chart above shows how University OF South Dakota's sponsorship volume has changed over time. See the H-1B and Green Cards tabs for detailed breakdowns.

Question 4

How long does it take to get a green card through University OF South Dakota?

Accepted Answer

The employer-sponsored green card process has three main stages: PERM labor certification with the DOL (6–18 months), I-140 immigrant 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 timeline from start to green card is typically 1–5+ years.

Question 5

What is University OF South Dakota's green card commitment?

Accepted Answer

University OF South Dakota's green card commitment rate is 0%, calculated by dividing the number of PERM green card filings by the number of new H-1B employment and transfer positions. A higher percentage indicates the company is more likely to sponsor employees for permanent residency rather than keeping them on temporary work visas.

Year	LCA Filings	PERM Filings
2017	17	0
2016	2	0

Job Title	Positions	Min	Median	Max
Assistant Professor Of Biostatistics	4	$92,351	$92,351	$92,351
Assistant Professor Of Music	3	$44,700	$44,700	$47,152
Assistant Professor Of Physics	2	$74,746	$74,858	$74,969
Assistant Professor Of Exercise Science	1	$53,000	$53,000	$53,000
Assistant Professor Of Finance	1	$120,000	$120,000	$120,000
Assistant Professor Of Graphic Design	1	$45,000	$45,000	$45,000
Assistant Professor Of Nursing	1	$74,825	$74,825	$74,825
Microscopy Lab Technician	1	$47,500	$47,500	$47,500
Postdoctoral Research Fellow	1	$47,500	$47,500	$47,500
Assistant Professor - Philosophy	1	$54,400	$54,400	$54,400

Location	Positions	Min	Median	Max
Vermillion, South Dakota	18	$44,700	$60,300	$120,000
Sioux Falls, South Dakota	1	$74,825	$74,825	$74,825

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