What were people like you saying in 2017 when I was last considering these schemes? I've now done the sensible thing, gotten a respected STEM degree from a top university. Please do go on and tell me what to do with your hindsight 20/20 vision.
It's very easy to be on your high horse when you're on the other side.
Also, FYI, the adage is "A picture is worth a thousand words".