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Of these, 461 were approved (99.1%), while four were denied (0.9%).
Employers are classified under industries based on their reported operations and may be involved in multiple industries.
The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in specialty occupations requiring specialized knowledge and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. It is designed to address skill gaps in the U.S. workforce while ensuring wage standards to protect both U.S. and H-1B workers. Employers must certify that they will pay H-1B workers wages equal to or greater than those of similarly qualified U.S. employees or the prevailing local wage.
The average approval rate for H-1B petitions across the United States in 2024 stood at 98%, higher than 2023's 97.3%. Statewide, Connecticut employers across all industries submitted 2,994 petitions during the same period, achieving an approval rate of 98%.
The Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry led the H-1B filings in Connecticut during 2024, with 980 petitions (32.7% of all submissions), and an approval rate of 96.9%. Meanwhile, the Finance and Insurance industry was the second largest contributor, filing 564 petitions (18.8% of the total), with an approval rate of 98.4%.
The Connecticut employers which made the most petitions in the Educational Services sector during 2024 included Yale University with 259 petitions, University of Connecticut Office O with 59 petitions, and University of Connecticut Health C with 35 petitions.
Compared to 2023, the Educational Services sector in Connecticut saw a 2% increase in the number of H-1B petitions during 2024.
The United States admits around 1 million legal immigrants annually, most of whom receive permanent residence (green cards) through family sponsorship or employment-based visas. In 2023, about 1.2 million immigrants were granted green cards, a return to pre-pandemic levels. Temporary visa programs, such as the H-1B for highly skilled workers and H-2A for seasonal agricultural workers, also play a critical role in filling workforce needs.
Public opinion on immigration varies, with 46% of Americans favoring maintaining current legal immigration levels, according to a 2024 Pew Research Center survey. Additionally, 42% believe that highly skilled workers, such as scientists, doctors, and programmers, should be prioritized for legal immigration, compared to 25% who prioritize workers filling labor shortages and 19% who emphasize family sponsorship. Despite this, family sponsorship remains the most common path to permanent residency, accounting for 63% of green cards issued in 2023.
The data in this article comes from the H-1B Employer Data Hub provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). While USCIS strives for accuracy, manual data entry and errors on paper forms submitted by applicants or petitioners may result in discrepancies in employer names, tax IDs, locations, or other details.
| Rank | Industry | Total Petitions | % of All Submissions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 980 | 32.7% | 96.9% | 3.1% |
| 2 | Finance and Insurance | 564 | 18.8% | 98.4% | 1.6% |
| 3 | Educational Services | 465 | 15.5% | 99.1% | 0.9% |
| 4 | Manufacturing | 330 | 11% | 99.4% | 0.6% |
| 5 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 313 | 10.5% | 97.8% | 2.2% |
| 6 | Information | 129 | 4.3% | 96.9% | 3.1% |
| 7 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 50 | 1.7% | 100% | 0% |
| 8 | Wholesale Trade | 35 | 1.2% | 100% | 0% |
| 9 | Utilities | 26 | 0.9% | 96.2% | 3.9% |
| 10 | Retail Trade | 20 | 0.7% | 100% | 0% |
| 11 | Other Services (except Public Administration) | 18 | 0.6% | 94.4% | 5.6% |
| 11 | Construction | 18 | 0.6% | 100% | 0% |
| 13 | Accommodation and Food Services | 16 | 0.5% | 93.8% | 6.3% |
| 14 | Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | 12 | 0.4% | 100% | 0% |
| 15 | Management of Companies and Enterprises | 7 | 0.2% | 100% | 0% |
| 16 | Public Administration | 5 | 0.2% | 100% | 0% |
| 17 | Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | 2 | 0.1% | 100% | 0% |
| 17 | Transportation and Warehousing | 2 | 0.1% | 100% | 0% |
| 17 | Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | 2 | 0.1% | 100% | 0% |
Top Employers in Educational Services Industry in Connecticut, 2024
| Rank | Company Name | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yale University | 259 | 100% | 0% |
| 2 | University of Connecticut Office O | 59 | 98.3% | 1.7% |
| 3 | University of Connecticut Health C | 35 | 97.1% | 2.9% |
| 4 | University of Connecticut Office of the General Counsel | 11 | 100% | 0% |
| 5 | Wesleyan University | 10 | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Fairfield University | 9 | 100% | 0% |
| 7 | Southern Connecticut State University | 8 | 100% | 0% |
| 7 | University of Hartford | 8 | 87.5% | 12.5% |
| 9 | University of Connecticut Health Center | 7 | 100% | 0% |
| 9 | Ingenius, LLC | 7 | 100% | 0% |
| 9 | University of New Haven | 7 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Sacred Heart University | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Trinity College | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | The University of Bridgeport, Inc. | 4 | 75% | 25% |
| 15 | Connecticut College | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 15 | Central Connecticut State Universi | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 15 | Quinnipiac University | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 15 | Connecticut Department of Transpor | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Greenwich Country Day School | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Mandarin Mathematics Corporation | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Western Connecticut State Universi | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | South Windsor Board of Education D | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Greens Farms Academy, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Loomis Institute | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Salisbury School, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Goodwin University, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Ivy Labs Education, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Brunswick School, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | University of Saint Joseph | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Gold Coast Childrens Center, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | American Institute of Healthcare and Technology, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Indian Mountian School, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Albertus Magnus College | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Post University, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Data Leaf Buyer, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | The Taft School | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Indian Mountain School, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Paier College of ART, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Wooster School Corporation | 1 | 100% | 0% |