James Madison University
TechnologyJames Madison University H-1B sponsorability scorecard
Files H-1B petitions at high volume with strong approval outcomes.
Cap-exempt · files outside the lottery
Total LCA filings
164
Certified · FY2026
66
Certification rate
100.0%
National rank
#247
Top worksite states
VATXNYCO
Top sponsored roles
Assistant ProfessorResearch ScientistPost-Doctoral FellowPostdoctoral Fellow
Approved H-1B petitions by year
USCIS approvals (initial + continuing), most recent complete fiscal years.
19
29
20
27
10
FY2022FY2023FY2024FY2025FY2026
Workforce signal
No Recent LayoffsNo layoff events reported in the last 12 months
Based on public DOL WARN filings and reported layoff events. How we measure this.
H-1B salaries
Median prevailing wage by role, filed with the DOL.
- Postsecondary Teachers$58,450 n=70
- Medical Scientists$59,426 n=33
- 25-11$48,315 n=20
- Data Scientists$75,546 n=12
- Software Developers$82,524 n=6
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How to read this score
- The score reflects historical filing patterns, not a guarantee of future sponsorship.
- This is a single, company-wide view. Sponsorship can vary by role and team.
- A low grade can mean “does not sponsor” or simply “a smaller employer with little public LCA history.”
Built from Department of Labor LCA and USCIS public data. Full methodology.