Question 1

Does Virginia Christian University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Virginia Christian University has filed 4 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 4 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 260 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 Virginia Christian University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 260 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 Virginia Christian University?

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 Virginia Christian University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Virginia Christian University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 4 total applications (4 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.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	Median Processing Days
2024	1	1	528
2019	1	1	94
2017	1	1	264
2016	1	1	256

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Accounting Assistant G-200-24205-214927	$54,371	Chantilly, VA	Jul 23, 2024	Jan 2, 2026	528	Certified
Religious Education Coordinator A-19016-62948	$30,867	Chantilly, VA	Jan 18, 2019	Apr 22, 2019	94	Certified
Library Clerk A-17167-52284	N/A	Chantilly, VA	Jun 16, 2017	Mar 7, 2018	264	Certified-Expired
Counselor A-16153-16540	$40,539	Chantilly, VA	Jun 6, 2016	Feb 17, 2017	256	Certified-Expired

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