Question 1

Does University OF Texas AT Austin sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. University OF Texas AT Austin 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 90 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 University OF Texas AT Austin, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 90 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 University OF Texas AT Austin?

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 University OF Texas AT Austin's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

University OF Texas AT Austin has a 100% PERM approval rate across 8 total applications (8 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2017	5	5	0	0	89
2016	3	3	0	0	77

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Conservator A-17172-54283	$43,826	Austin, TX	Jun 30, 2017	Sep 28, 2017	90	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17170-52689	$91,000	Austin, TX	Jun 30, 2017	Sep 28, 2017	90	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17166-51620	$135,000	Austin, TX	Jun 30, 2017	Sep 28, 2017	90	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17131-37034	$135,000	Austin, TX	Jun 30, 2017	Sep 28, 2017	90	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17005-87395	$113,000	Austin, TX	Jan 6, 2017	Mar 30, 2017	83	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16292-62954	$104,000	Austin, TX	Oct 27, 2016	Dec 27, 2016	61	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16244-48440	$89,000	Austin, TX	Sep 30, 2016	Nov 21, 2016	52	Certified-Expired
Assistant Professor A-16161-19928	$89,000	Austin, TX	Jun 17, 2016	Oct 13, 2016	118	Certified-Expired

University OF Texas AT Austin — Green Card PERM Data

University OF Texas AT Austin PERM & Green Card Filings

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