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Forbes just published an article about associate degrees across the country that students can pursue for high-paying careers, highlighting Parkland College's Institute of Aviation's degree among them! Read the story: https://bit.ly/4ecPe2o Institute of Aviation Director Wendy Evans said Institute graduates have been able to land rewarding careers that live up to the Forbes mention. "With an AS in Aviation from Parkland College as well as having completed their required FAA flight hours minimums (R-ATP of 1250 total flight hours), many of our students' first jobs at a regional commercial carrier can expect to make $95,000 to $110,000 in the first year," Evans said. "On the flip side, we have Institute alumni making upwards of $350,000 in compensation. Longevity and captain rank within a single company can potentially add to these numbers as well." Read more at https://bit.ly/4f8pEwL.
