well I can only tell you this: this year I graduated as a bachelor in engineering. I didn't even look or ask for jobs, though I got plenty of opportunities to get one. Around 5 to 10 companies contacted me and asked me if I was interested in a job position. I didn't even look for one because I'm getting my masters degree!
And to be honest, some of those companies were even airlines (did a bachelor in aeronautical engineering), but most of them were out of the aviation industry.
Not every aviation related degree is bitterness and sadness
My investment here in Belgium: 650€ a year, around 300 for books and ect. I live with my parents so living costs are on them. And even when I wanted I think I could do it on my own. As a student we have a special tax system when we work.