DOL Proposes Significant Wage Increases for H-1B and PERM Programs

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed significant increases to prevailing wage levels for H-1B and PERM programs, which could drastically affect entry-level job opportunities in the technology sector and universities. This proposal, if enacted, may lead to a reduction in the number of international students studying in the U.S., further straining university funding already under pressure.

Key Details:

Proposed wage increases could affect nearly all entry-level tech positions.
Universities may experience a dramatic drop in international student enrollment.
The proposal faces strong opposition from universities and tech companies, raising questions about its implementation.
Even high-profile job offers, such as those from Google in California, may not meet the new wage requirements.

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DOL Proposes Significant Wage Increases for H-1B and PERM Programs