The Catholic University of America
H-1B Labor Condition Application (LCA) Data
In 2023, The Catholic University of America filed 8 H-1B applications for Astronomers and related occupations with a median offered wage of $101,857. That is 9.5% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astronomers | MD | 2 | $82,000 | $127,930 | -35.9% |
| Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary | DC | 1 | $97,000 | $105,770 | -8.3% |
| Coaches and Scouts | DC | 1 | $60,000 | $45,910 | +30.7% |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | DC | 1 | $90,000 | $79,930 | +12.6% |
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | DC | 1 | $100,000 | $97,130 | +3% |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientists | MD | 1 | $144,000 | $92,860 | +55.1% |
| Database Administrators | DC | 1 | $140,000 | $101,510 | +37.9% |
Other Top H-1B Filers for Astronomers
Employers competing for the same talent — ranked by total H-1B filings for Astronomers.
| Employer | Filings | Avg Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois | 4 | $60,507 |
| AURA/SPACE TELESCOPE SCIENCE INSTITUTE | 4 | $115,000 |
| The Trustees of Princeton University | 4 | $84,000 |
| California Institute of Technology | 2 | $97,000 |
| The University of Chicago | 2 | $77,000 |
| University of Chicago | 2 | $70,000 |
| UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA | 2 | $100,000 |
| University of Maryland College Park | 2 | $81,690 |
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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