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Assistant and associate professor roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS criteria, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Universities are among the most active H-1B visa sponsors, with many holding cap-exempt status that lets them file year-round outside the annual lottery.
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The College of Arts and Sciences and The Office of Undergraduate Studies on the College Station campus at Texas A&M University invites applications for one full-time Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) position with a 9 month academic appointment with an additional summer appointment (August) contingent upon need and availability of funds, beginning fall 2026. Applicants will be considered for the faculty titles of Assistant Professor of Practice, Associate Professor of Practice, or Professor of Practice depending on qualifications. Faculty in these positions will work in direct support of the Texas A&M University (TAMU) Corps of Cadets.
The successful candidates:
- Will be significantly experienced leaders and management professionals, embedded within the TAMU Corps of Cadets, to teach various courses and participate actively in the integration of curriculum to the leader development of Cadets.
- Will engage with undergraduate students in an academic approach of leadership and organizational behavior with the practical application realities of the TAMU Corps of Cadets.
- Will be able to operate as part of an interdisciplinary program consisting of faculty and staff and undergraduate students from various backgrounds.
About the University:
Texas A&M opened its doors in 1876 as the state's first public institution of higher learning. Today, it stands as a research-intensive flagship university dedicated to sending Aggie leaders out into the world prepared to take on the challenges of tomorrow. Located in the heart of the Houston-Dallas-Austin triangle and within a two-hour drive of 26 million of the state’s 28 million residents, Texas A&M's main campus in College Station is home to more than 69,000 students. Another 5,200 are at the branch campuses in Galveston and Qatar and at the School of Law, Higher Education Center at McAllen, and Health Science Center locations across Texas. With 133 undergraduate degree programs, 175 master's degree programs, 92 doctoral degree programs and 5 first professional degrees as options for study, Texas A&M is full of possibilities.
About the Texas A&M University (TAMU) Corps:
The Texas A&M Corps of Cadets builds leaders prepared for the global leadership challenges of the future in every sector. Once an all-male military program, the Corps of Cadets of today is a leadership experience based in military-style training and development. There is no military service obligation for students in the Corps of Cadets and more than half will choose paths aligned with professional education opportunities or employment within the public and private sector.
About Bryan-College Station:
Bryan-College Station is a community that is rich in tradition and history. Set deep in the heart of Central Texas, the region offers the modern amenities of a big city with a warm small-town charm, making this one of the friendliest places you’ll ever visit. For more a comprehensive overview of the Bryan-College Station community and its resources, programs, events, and histories please visit:
- City of Bryan
- Destination Bryan
- City of College Station
- Visit College Station
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The College of Arts and Sciences and The Office of Undergraduate Studies on the College Station campus at Texas A&M University invites applications for one full-time Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) position with a 9 month academic appointment with an additional summer appointment (August) contingent upon need and availability of funds, beginning fall 2026. Applicants will be considered for the faculty titles of Assistant Professor of Practice, Associate Professor of Practice, or Professor of Practice depending on qualifications. Faculty in these positions will work in direct support of the Texas A&M University (TAMU) Corps of Cadets.
The successful candidates:
- Will be significantly experienced leaders and management professionals, embedded within the TAMU Corps of Cadets, to teach various courses and participate actively in the integration of curriculum to the leader development of Cadets.
- Will engage with undergraduate students in an academic approach of leadership and organizational behavior with the practical application realities of the TAMU Corps of Cadets.
- Will be able to operate as part of an interdisciplinary program consisting of faculty and staff and undergraduate students from various backgrounds.
About the University:
Texas A&M opened its doors in 1876 as the state's first public institution of higher learning. Today, it stands as a research-intensive flagship university dedicated to sending Aggie leaders out into the world prepared to take on the challenges of tomorrow. Located in the heart of the Houston-Dallas-Austin triangle and within a two-hour drive of 26 million of the state’s 28 million residents, Texas A&M's main campus in College Station is home to more than 69,000 students. Another 5,200 are at the branch campuses in Galveston and Qatar and at the School of Law, Higher Education Center at McAllen, and Health Science Center locations across Texas. With 133 undergraduate degree programs, 175 master's degree programs, 92 doctoral degree programs and 5 first professional degrees as options for study, Texas A&M is full of possibilities.
About the Texas A&M University (TAMU) Corps:
The Texas A&M Corps of Cadets builds leaders prepared for the global leadership challenges of the future in every sector. Once an all-male military program, the Corps of Cadets of today is a leadership experience based in military-style training and development. There is no military service obligation for students in the Corps of Cadets and more than half will choose paths aligned with professional education opportunities or employment within the public and private sector.
About Bryan-College Station:
Bryan-College Station is a community that is rich in tradition and history. Set deep in the heart of Central Texas, the region offers the modern amenities of a big city with a warm small-town charm, making this one of the friendliest places you’ll ever visit. For more a comprehensive overview of the Bryan-College Station community and its resources, programs, events, and histories please visit:
- City of Bryan
- Destination Bryan
- City of College Station
- Visit College Station
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Verify your institution's cap-exempt status
Many universities and affiliated research hospitals qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning USCIS can approve your petition at any time of year. Confirm this status directly with HR before accepting an offer, since it affects your start date flexibility.
Align your degree field to the advertised role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree discipline matches the professorship's subject area. A PhD in economics supporting a finance lecturer role may draw a Request for Evidence. Get written confirmation from the department chair that your field qualifies before filing.
Search employer LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter institutions by their Labor Condition Application filing history for professor-level roles. This shows which colleges have actively sponsored H-1B faculty recently, so you target employers with a real track record rather than guessing.
Request prevailing wage documentation before negotiating
Your employer must certify a wage meeting DOL prevailing wage levels on your LCA. Look up the Level II or III wage for your occupation code and metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation, so you know the compliance floor.
Submit credentials for foreign degree equivalency early
If your terminal degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before the department submits the I-129. USCIS routinely questions whether a three-year international doctorate meets U.S. equivalency standards for specialty occupation classification.
Confirm the offer covers H-1B attorney and filing fees
Federal law prohibits employers from passing certain mandatory H-1B filing fees to you as the beneficiary. Before signing your faculty offer letter, verify in writing that the institution covers I-129 filing fees, as violations can jeopardize your petition.
H-1B Visa Assistant Or Associate Professor: Frequently Asked Questions
Do assistant and associate professor jobs qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. USCIS classifies postsecondary teaching positions as specialty occupations because they normally require at least a master's degree or the equivalent in the specific academic discipline. The O*NET profile for postsecondary teachers confirms the degree requirement, and universities routinely file H-1B petitions for faculty at both the assistant and associate level.
Can universities sponsor H-1B visas outside the annual cap and lottery?
Many can. Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research entities are cap-exempt under USCIS rules, meaning petitions they file are not subject to the 85,000-slot annual cap or the registration lottery. This lets qualifying institutions hire H-1B faculty at any point in the year, which is a significant practical advantage over for-profit employers.
How do I find colleges and universities actively sponsoring H-1B visas for faculty roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse professor-level positions at institutions with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This filters out postings from employers who have never filed for faculty roles and surfaces schools that have a real track record of sponsoring international academics, saving you time during the application process.
Does my foreign PhD count as the equivalent of a U.S. doctoral degree for H-1B purposes?
Generally yes, but USCIS requires documentation. A credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization translates your degree into U.S. equivalency terms and becomes part of the I-129 supporting evidence. A three-year international doctorate is usually accepted, but the specific institution and program matter, so get the evaluation before your employer files.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move from assistant to associate professor at the same institution?
A promotion within the same university typically requires an amended H-1B petition if the job duties, title, or wage level change materially. Your employer files an I-129 amendment with USCIS before the change takes effect. In most cases you can begin the new role while the amendment is pending, but confirm this with your institution's international office.