Hey fellow pilots

After having read this thread, I started to have serious doubts about my plans/dreams.

Some background: I am in my 7th year with a 'legacy' carrier in Europe, flying widebodies as F/O.
It has always been my dream to live in the States and fly for a legacy carrier there as well. I do not hold a degree, but about 5000 hours jet time (1,5k thereof on widebodies).
I applied to AA as they are the only ones who do not explicitly ask for a degree, but I understand I would not be competitive without one…?! My application has been pending for about 2 years now and I never heard anything.
How realistic is it to get ever invited? I appreciate your honest replies.

Do you know of guys from Europe flying with legacy carriers? Greencard? Havent been lucky in the draw so far, but I am single

Do you think the legacy carriers’ demand in the next couple of years can easily be satisfied with US pilots? What are your opinions regarding my case?