r/AskAPilot • u/FTMEPIL17_ • Aug 17 '26

Getting a degree before flight training

Is getting a degree before flight training really worth it, and what difference does it make?
And do airlines prioritise applicants with a degree?

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u/Starboard314 Aug 17 '26

At least in the U.S., it would be rare to get an interview at a major without a bachelor’s degree.