How do you get and interview? Its a point system and a computer picks you. Things like a type rating, bachelors degree, check airman, leadership help you score high enough for an interview. Hours are not enough in this environment, you will need something to set you apart. I had all of the above in fact the check airman box was the tipping point since I was called a month after I checked that box. I don't look down on anyone without a bachelors degree but I'm proud of my accomplishments and getting a bachelors degree was part of the journey. Barriers to entry are a good thing as long as they are achievable. I would much prefer airlines sweeten the airline pilot pot that start dropping the requirements.