Not entirely true. There is a shortage of STEM professionals, so a technical degree should get you at least entry-level employment somewhere... and the compensation will ramp up quickly if you're capable and motivated. Employers will take a chance to hopefully land a solid technical employee.

Also accounting doesn't really change too much over time, so you could dust that off quickly even years later.

I think for a pilot you want to go one of two ways. Either a solid technical degree, (probably needs to be in residence) or a minimalist online degree... cheap, easy, and fast. The former will provide an occupational backup, the later will just punch the career ticket.

I'm talking about working adults. If you're a kid, go to a normal college, have fun, and try to learn some stuff.