I did a 4 year prior to going to flight school and knocking out the ratings.

Im glad I did the 4 year not just for the educational aspect, but because I had a lot of growing to do when I was 18-22. Im glad I was able to do it in the academic setting. The degree itself has nothing much to do with aviation, but I am glad I went and did it as I felt it made me into a.. more rounded individual.