I realize everyone's situation is different, but I would strongly discourage leaving school early (or at least as an undergrad). In the big scheme of things I t

I realize everyone's situation is different, but I would strongly discourage leaving school early (or at least as an undergrad). In the big scheme of things I think it is too important of a milestone to throw away. There is more to life than becoming rich as soon as possible... While I benefited most from my CS classes, I also learned a great deal from non-major classes. I really think many of them have made me a more well rounded person. In addition, I learned a great deal about social situations and self confidence that I probably would have missed out on had I quit early. These are life lessons you don't get from writing code. In fact, I'm glad I got a job right after school. I've only been working for 6 months and I'm definitely ready to leave and start my own company, but I've learned quite a few invaluable things. I think when you've actually "seen" the working life it drives you even harder to build a startup. It focuses your drive. Again, everyone is different, just my personal advice... "Be cool, stay in school" BTW, statistically an extended "leave of absence" has a very low probability of turning into a degree. It was said but as you get older it becomes harder and harder to go back to school... Something to keep in mind I guess.