Be careful about the OTS thing, especially if you are thinking about active duty. Last I heard, the breakdown for active duty pilot slots looked something like this: 50% Academy, 40% ROTC, 10% OTS. If you want active duty, I'd highly recommend the ROTC route. However, like previous posters have said, the Guard/Reserve is a viable option, especially if you are more interested in the flying side, and less interested in the management side. It is entirely possible to get the Guard to send you to UPT, a fact that many, including myself, were unclear on before we signed the dotted line. Moral: explore ALL your options. Good luck man.