University of Hawaii
H-1B Labor Condition Application (LCA) Data
In 2023, University of Hawaii filed 12 H-1B applications for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary and related occupations with a median offered wage of $103,879. That is 18.1% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | HI | 2 | $120,000 | $106,910 | +12.2% |
| Instructional Coordinators | HI | 2 | $81,624 | $74,620 | +9.4% |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | HI | 2 | $175,000 | $83,920 | +108.5% |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | HI | 1 | $76,620 | $79,930 | -4.1% |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | HI | 1 | $109,008 | $105,650 | +3.2% |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | HI | 1 | $85,008 | $80,360 | +5.8% |
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | HI | 1 | $120,996 | $97,130 | +24.6% |
| Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary | HI | 1 | $89,232 | $81,020 | +10.1% |
| History Teachers, Postsecondary | HI | 1 | $77,424 | $82,140 | -5.7% |
Other Top H-1B Filers for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
Employers competing for the same talent — ranked by total H-1B filings for Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary.
| Employer | Filings | Avg Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M University | 10 | $99,000 |
| University of Wisconsin System | 9 | $115,000 |
| University of Minnesota | 9 | $96,300 |
| University of Michigan | 8 | $116,000 |
| The University of Alabama | 8 | $102,000 |
| Purdue University | 7 | $111,227 |
| The City College of New York | 6 | $114,462 |
| Arizona State University | 6 | $105,000 |
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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