Since you are just starting out I would take a few flying lessons...see if you like it.
I would reccomend going to college for a four year degree. You need the degree not only for aviation but to give yourself a good back up if aviation does not work out.
I went to Letourneau university in Texas. 4 year degree in aviation. i used the Bachelor Degree to get a couple of jobs when aviation was in the toilet (9/11)...check it out letu.edu.
Other options are the "big Names" Embry Riddle, Ohio State, FIT...etc...
Check with your school advisor for some....some of the smaller schools are good options.... I.E. Daniel Webster in New Hampshire, Bridgewater State in Bridgewater, Mass.
Good luck.....I too wanted to fly when I was 8 and I love my job today!
PSG