Question 1

Does Winona State University sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Winona State University has filed 5 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 5 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 107 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 Winona State University, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 107 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 Winona State 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 Winona State University's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Winona State University has a 100% PERM approval rate across 5 total applications (5 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn).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 Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Assistant Professor of Human Resources/Management A-17152-45613	$97,410	Rochester, MN	Jun 5, 2017	Sep 20, 2017	107	Certified
Assistant Professor, Human Resources/Management A-17152-45595	$104,583	Rochester, MN	Jun 5, 2017	Sep 20, 2017	107	Certified
Assistant Professor of Computer Science A-17142-41432	$71,599	Winona, MN	May 25, 2017	Sep 13, 2017	111	Certified
Assistant Professor, East Asian History A-17142-41486	$55,179	Winona, MN	May 23, 2017	Sep 8, 2017	108	Certified
Assistant Professor of Operations Management A-17069-12317	$95,133	Winona, MN	Mar 13, 2017	May 26, 2017	74	Certified

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