Question 1

Does University OF Wisconsin-stout sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. University OF Wisconsin-stout has filed 4 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 3 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 162 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 Wisconsin-stout, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 162 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 Wisconsin-stout?

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 Wisconsin-stout's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

University OF Wisconsin-stout has a 75% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (3 certified, 1 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days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	2	2	0	0	68
2016	2	1	1	0	315

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor A-17177-56429	$60,000	Menomonie, WI	Jun 29, 2017	Sep 21, 2017	84	Certified
Assistant Professor A-17109-26893	$56,500	Menomonie, WI	Apr 25, 2017	Jun 15, 2017	51	Certified
Assistant Professor A-16293-63365	$80,000	Menomonie, WI	Oct 21, 2016	Sep 1, 2017	315	Certified
Assistant Professor A-16166-21454	$73,000	Menomonie, WI	Jun 23, 2016	Feb 17, 2017	239	Denied

University OF Wisconsin-stout — Green Card PERM Data

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