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H-1B lottery is now weighted toward higher wage levels
From the FY2027 lottery, higher-paid offers get better odds than entry-level ones, which makes a first US job after graduation harder to land.
From Campus Binge's data, as of 2025-12. Each fact says how far to trust it.
When
2025-12
VerifiedFederal Register, DHS final rule on weighted H-1B selection (29 Dec 2025)
Where
us
VerifiedFederal Register, DHS final rule on weighted H-1B selection (29 Dec 2025)
Direction
headwind
VerifiedFederal Register, DHS final rule on weighted H-1B selection (29 Dec 2025)
Weight
matters
VerifiedFederal Register, DHS final rule on weighted H-1B selection (29 Dec 2025)
Sectors
Visas and study abroad
VerifiedFederal Register, DHS final rule on weighted H-1B selection (29 Dec 2025)
Careers
3Sources
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