My major was CS and math for undergrad: (1) in-depth knowledge of math, which has always been an asset. Those that don't go to college have issues here. (2)

My major was CS and math for undergrad: (1) in-depth knowledge of math, which has always been an asset. Those that don't go to college have issues here. (2) met like-minded friends that were inspiring and most are quite successful now. (3) allowed me to go to grad-school and specialize in machine learning. This specialty opened doors that ultimately resulted in company ownership (yes it ended well) (4) personal satisfaction in knowing that I can finish something with long term vision. College is only four years, but when you are young it seems daunting.