Hi everyone--im just asking for the best advice possible

Im a high school senior in South Jersey and my dream in to be an airline pilot. Want to pursue cargo more then airlines because I heard it is just a much better industry and job. Is this true?

So im about Half Way done applying to colleges

Big names im applying to: ERAU-Purdue

Small names: Dowling University in Long Island--Avvertt University in VA--Vaughn College in Queens

So what do you think about them and anyone every go to them?

Also im thinking about getting my private before I go to college--the people in some admissions offices said it would be cheaper then just proceed on the rest of my ratings in college

Also I know the hiring indiustry isn't so hot but I know ATC will be--so I'm going to minor in that--do you think that is a smart move?

But flying is my passion and would much rather be traveling the world then being at one airport.

So just if you guys could give me the best advice possible

Thanks a million

PS-I don't want to do the military rout because that isn't my thing and i heard your not gurenteed to fly. Also if you go to a normal college but do ROTC heard you have to serve for 10 years and I'm not to sure about that.

So if you could please your best advice on everything-thanks