Originally Posted by
NMuir
Don't go to college unless you are also planning on becoming a mechanic. If you're not going to become a mechanic, then get a more diverse (and less expensive) degree elsewhere. And you should do it online, while you are already employed as a pilot.
This could be the worst advice I've ever seen. The stigma associated with getting an aviation degree is absolute BS IMO. If airlines is your goal, go to a 141 flight program, get your degree, start time building to get to r-atp mins. 2-3 year process start to finish if you work hard. Don't skimp on cost either if the GI bill is covering most of it. Pick a quality program with a proven record.
Or get an online mechanic degree...?