The helo's are so expensive. I dont see how someone could pay for that out of there own pocket. There were like 3 kids that was doing that before I left.

 

Unless I missed something in an earlier post, why leave UND? There are 10,000 other students at the school getting degrees other than aviation. Why not venture into the "regular" part of campus and pick up a major there while you finish your aviation degree. As far as the name? UND has helped me get my first two jobs.

I also have to disagree with eating at Red Pepper anytime. If you go there for lunch or dinner it is just O.K., and you notice that it is not the cleanest place. But after a few hours at $1.50 pitcher night, then it is to die for. Just not as good if you are not hammered.

 

You're close. "Pilot factory" means everyone is taught the same, it does not mean everyone comes out the same. I've trained, and instructed at both 61 & 141. 141 offers excellent training, but many will let you slide to keep their success rate high. The reason for two sets of mins has more to do with streamlined procedures that make the transition easier, than with ability.
You can get that same high level of training at 61, but you have to know what to look for.
If you have the money, and know nothing, you should probably pay for 141.

So I don't contribute to this stray thread, I would get any degree that is accredited. No one cares what it is, but find something you like almost as much as aviation so you can concentrate. Between airplanes and girls, it can be tough.

 

I would personally recommend a degree in something other than flying alone. I would recommend a degree in Aviation Management, that is if aviation is your true passion. In my situation having the degree in Aviation Management has allowed me to work as an aviation consultant while finishing ratings at a local and cheaper than University flight school. In my opinion the name on your degree has little effect on your ability to get hired in this industry. I have seen graduates of top colleges/universities fail in the work place. It comes down to your knowledge, know what your talking about and be able to perform as a competent employee in what ever situation you find yourself. You must have a positive attitude as well, obviously this is number one. Also, who knows when your vision may slide or a stroke/heart attack hits (god forbid). What then? Hope this was some what of a help, good luck in what ever route you choose to take!

 

Stay at UND. You are not wasting your money. Tuition at UND is a fraction of the cost of most of the major universities you would go to.

I agree you can and maybe should get a degree in Avit Management or something like accounting..
Commercial Avit degrees at UND offer so much more than a local FBO can give you. Gas Turbine Engines, Long Range Nav, Human Factors, High Altitude Chamber...

Last of all, airlines are not going to drop their minimums if you are the product of a random FBO. The name behind UND gives you some credit. 400 hours and 50 multi will actually get you a job if you are from UND (I am not saying I in any way agree with that, but it will... I've seen it).

 

you can definitely get another non avit degree from UND while finishing your flight training. as mentioned before, the management and business degrees there are pretty sound.
I got my first two flying jobs because of connections through UND. Got great experience flying air ambulance and charter for a year then moved on to bigger and better.
without UND and some great connections, i would still be on the long route to a regional.

 

You're right on both counts. I've been to both. (Currently at UF)

 

That depends on the life you are used to. I have been in the ilitary for 18 years. I am used to going aay for a year at a time. So, actually airline flying would be great being gone from home for four days is better than being gone from home for a year.