AP, I like your style. You're thinking, and that's the only thing you need to succeed. Well, good looks and luck is also helpful.
Keep an open mind, and don't overanalyze. When I started college, I had planned the next 6-8 years. I wanted to get a Master's Degree and work in an office. I had the chance to co-op (alternate work and school semesters). That was real eye opener. I found I hated office work (too boring, too uptight), and now I'm a freaking landlord that swings hammers and wields paintbrushes.
Pick a semi-useful degree like engineering, business, etc. (something with roots in reality). Then, learn how to think. I use virtually nothing learned in college, but the curriculum taught me how to think.
Build a good foundation and build on it.
good luck, jurgen