DePauw University
H-1B Labor Condition Application (LCA) Data
In 2023, DePauw University filed 4 H-1B applications for Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary and related occupations with a median offered wage of $59,500. That is 29.6% below the OEWS prevailing median for the same roles — at or below the broader market rate. These are DOL-certified wages committed to in Labor Condition Applications — not necessarily the number of visas approved by USCIS.
Filings by Occupation (2023)
"vs Market" compares this employer's certified median to the OEWS national median wage for the same occupation. A negative number means the certified H-1B wage trails the broader U.S. market for that role.
| Occupation | State | Filings | Median | Market (OEWS) | vs Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary | IN | 1 | $60,000 | $93,810 | -36% |
| Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | IN | 1 | $58,000 | $82,670 | -29.8% |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | IN | 1 | $60,000 | $80,360 | -25.3% |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary | IN | 1 | $60,000 | $81,020 | -25.9% |
Other Top H-1B Filers for Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Employers competing for the same talent — ranked by total H-1B filings for Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary.
| Employer | Filings | Avg Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| George Mason University | 3 | $80,850 |
| Cornell University | 2 | $120,000 |
| Saint Louis University | 2 | $73,000 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 1 | $80,400 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 1 | $79,500 |
| Hunter College of the City University of New York | 1 | $72,177 |
| Centre College of Kentucky | 1 | $67,000 |
| Brandeis University | 1 | $135,000 |
Source: DOL Office of Foreign Labor Certification, H-1B LCA Performance Data. LCA filings reflect employer certification commitments, not USCIS visa approvals.
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