Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale in Carbondale, IL

Transportation & Materials Moving Associate's CIP 49.0102

Total Graduates

41

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

85%

35 of 41

Female Graduates

15%

6 of 41

Annual Tuition

$9,638

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#3
of 67 colleges nationally
95.5%
Produces more graduates than 95.5% of colleges offering this program
767
Total national graduates (Associate's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew.
Degree Level Associate's
CIP Code 49.0102
Program Family Transportation & Materials Moving

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 41 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 85% male, 15% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Airline pilots, copilots, and flight engineers

Primary Occupation
$226,600
Median Annual Salary
99,300 employed nationally +3.9% projected growth

Related Occupations

Commercial pilots +5.1%
$122,670

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$226,600

10-Year Job Growth

+3.9%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$181,280+3.9%
75%
primary100% confidence
Commercial Pilots SOC: 53-2012
$98,136+5.1%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$169,950

Peak Salary

$283,250

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Operation and Control
Operations Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Active Listening
Judgment and Decision Making
Time Management
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Active Learning

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

R
Realistic
C
Conventional
E
Enterprising

hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Leadership roles
  • Sales

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Practical
Hands-on
Organized
Detail-oriented
Confident
Persuasive

💡 Interests

Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management
Leadership roles
Sales

Work Values

Active Listening
Monitoring
Achievement
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others?

2

Do you value active listening?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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