Howard University
H-1B Labor Condition Application (LCA) Data
In 2023, Howard University filed 10 H-1B applications for English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary and related occupations with a median offered wage of $93,114. That is 4.4% above the OEWS prevailing median for the same roles. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | DC | 2 | $85,000 | $78,130 | +8.8% |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | DC | 2 | $102,000 | $79,870 | +27.7% |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | DC | 2 | $95,000 | $83,920 | +13.2% |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | DC | 1 | $108,650 | $115,300 | -5.8% |
| Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | DC | 1 | $57,000 | $78,760 | -27.6% |
| Data Scientists | DC | 1 | $120,000 | $108,020 | +11.1% |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | DC | 1 | $84,146 | $80,360 | +4.7% |
Other Top H-1B Filers for English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
Employers competing for the same talent — ranked by total H-1B filings for English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary.
| Employer | Filings | Avg Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Southern California | 2 | $81,653 |
| University of Wisconsin System | 2 | $57,200 |
| THE TRUSTEES OF PRINCETON UNIVERSITY | 2 | $111,981 |
| The College of William and Mary | 2 | $69,089 |
| University at Albany, State University of New York | 2 | $44,178 |
| University of Illinois | 2 | $88,000 |
| North Carolina State University | 2 | $46,400 |
| LAFAYETTE COLLEGE | 1 | $76,000 |
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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