Of these, 674 were approved (98.8%), while eight were denied (1.2%).
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, Ohio employers across all industries submitted 6,524 petitions during the same period, achieving an approval rate of 98%.
The Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry led the H-1B filings in Ohio during 2024, with 2,749 petitions (42.1% of all submissions), and an approval rate of 97.2%. Meanwhile, the Manufacturing industry was the second largest contributor, filing 944 petitions (14.5% of the total), with an approval rate of 98.5%.
The Ohio employers which made the most petitions in the Educational Services sector during 2024 included The Ohio State University with 223 petitions, Case Western Reserve University with 80 petitions, and University of Cincinnati with 53 petitions.
Compared to 2023, the Educational Services sector in Ohio saw a 9.4% decrease 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 | 2,749 | 42.1% | 97.2% | 2.8% |
| 2 | Manufacturing | 944 | 14.5% | 98.5% | 1.5% |
| 3 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 781 | 12% | 98.6% | 1.4% |
| 4 | Educational Services | 682 | 10.5% | 98.8% | 1.2% |
| 5 | Finance and Insurance | 471 | 7.2% | 99.4% | 0.6% |
| 6 | Retail Trade | 254 | 3.9% | 98.8% | 1.2% |
| 7 | Wholesale Trade | 195 | 3% | 99% | 1% |
| 8 | Information | 102 | 1.6% | 96.1% | 3.9% |
| 9 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 76 | 1.2% | 97.4% | 2.6% |
| 10 | Transportation and Warehousing | 55 | 0.8% | 96.4% | 3.6% |
| 11 | Public Administration | 45 | 0.7% | 100% | 0% |
| 12 | Other Services (except Public Administration) | 43 | 0.7% | 100% | 0% |
| 13 | Construction | 35 | 0.5% | 100% | 0% |
| 14 | Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | 26 | 0.4% | 100% | 0% |
| 15 | Utilities | 24 | 0.4% | 100% | 0% |
| 16 | Accommodation and Food Services | 13 | 0.2% | 92.3% | 7.7% |
| 16 | Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation | 13 | 0.2% | 100% | 0% |
| 18 | Management of Companies and Enterprises | 8 | 0.1% | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting | 6 | 0.1% | 83.3% | 16.7% |
| 20 | Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | 2 | 0% | 100% | 0% |
Top Employers in Educational Services Industry in Ohio, 2024
| Rank | Company Name | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Ohio State University | 223 | 98.2% | 1.8% |
| 2 | Case Western Reserve University | 80 | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | University of Cincinnati | 53 | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | The Ohio University | 40 | 100% | 0% |
| 5 | The University of Toledo | 30 | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Kent State University | 28 | 100% | 0% |
| 7 | Oberlin College | 16 | 100% | 0% |
| 8 | Western Reserve Health Education I | 15 | 100% | 0% |
| 9 | Miami University | 14 | 100% | 0% |
| 10 | Educational Solutions Company | 13 | 100% | 0% |
| 11 | Cleveland State University | 10 | 90% | 10% |
| 11 | Mcgraw Hill, LLC | 10 | 90% | 10% |
| 13 | Bowling Green State University | 8 | 100% | 0% |
| 14 | Wright State University | 7 | 100% | 0% |
| 15 | Horizon Science Academy, Inc. | 6 | 100% | 0% |
| 15 | Northeast Ohio Medical University | 6 | 100% | 0% |
| 15 | The University of Akron | 6 | 100% | 0% |
| 15 | University of Dayton | 6 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | College of Wooster | 5 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | Central State University | 5 | 100% | 0% |
| 19 | University of Findlay | 5 | 80% | 20% |
| 22 | Youngstown State University | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| 22 | Cedarville University | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| 22 | Kenyon College | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| 22 | Pediatric Academic Association, Inc. | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| 26 | Horizon Science Academy Dayton Dow | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 26 | Tiffin University | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 26 | Otterbein University | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 26 | Denison University | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 26 | Horizon Science Academy-Cincinnati | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 26 | Admissian, LLC | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 26 | Ohio State Dental Faculty Practice | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| 26 | Capital University | 3 | 66.7% | 33.3% |
| 34 | Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 34 | John Carroll University | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 34 | Hiram College | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 34 | Horizon Science Academy Dayton | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 34 | University of Mount Union | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 34 | Hsa-Columbus Elementary School | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 34 | Horizon Science Academy Cleveland | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 34 | Wilberforce University | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 34 | Horizon Science Academy Toledo, Inc. | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 34 | Horizon Edu Services of Columbus I | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 34 | Horizon Science Academy Lorain, Inc. | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Hocking College | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | University of Northwestern Ohio | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Oxford Music Academy, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Warren County Montgomery County Company | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | The Good Shepherd Catholic Montess | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Treca Digital Academy | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Methodist Theological School in OH | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Owens Community College | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | University of Rio Grande | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Ashland University | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | The Board of Directors of Wittenberg College | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | James a Rhodes State College | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Hawken School | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Chambers Music Studio, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Desales High School D B a Saint FR | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Noble Academy Columbus | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Andrews Osborne Academy | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | The Board of Directors of Wittenberg College D B a Wittenberg University | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Groveport Madison Local Board of E | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Mansfield City School District | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Muskingum University | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Aleks Corporation | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | St. Brendan Church D B a St. Brendan | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Greenacres Foundation | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Lake County Community College District | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Horizon Educational Services, Inc. | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Defiance College | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Mount Vernon Nazarene University | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Saint Johns Jesuit High School of | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Geneva Sports Spire Institute, LLC | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Conotton Valley Local School District | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Montessori School of Wooster | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Franciscan University of Steubenville | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| 45 | Washington State College of Ohio | 1 | 100% | 0% |