Welding Tips and Tricks

I'm a junior in hs and I have a few options when it comes to welding school. I want to be a pipeliner
Union- 5 year apprentice ship making money while I learn, benefits, free schooling and close to home
And then there's the other welding schools ill have to pay for, and then try and find a job
I've heard pros and cons for both I'm just looking to see if anyone can tell about personal expierences, thoughts concerns ect...
Thanks
-Zach

Isn't one post on this subject enough? Your not going to get different responses.

It depends