"I just applied for Embry Riddle University to take the non military route."

OMG, that's a horrible idea. Been there, done that, have the t-shirt.

"Are there any airline pilots that are..."

I'd suggest that you go to Jetcareers.com - Welcome and read how the web master became a Delta pilot. He has a lot of good info at the home page about how to get into the career. Also, if you go to the perspectives link, you can read about how many other folks did it, including me.

After that, feel free to email me at [email protected] if you have other questions.