I’d suggest doing something else. Too many missed birthdays, holidays, weekends etc. in this job.
If you’re dead set on being a pilot - many of us on here were - then give yourself a backup.
If I were doing it again I’d be doing a plumbing or electrical apprenticeship while flying on the side. If thats not your thing look at degrees, as you are. As others have said, make it something you’re interested in, not just because you think it’s a “good idea”.
As for how the industry will be in 2025, nobody knows. It’ll bounce back eventually, but there will inevitably be another unforeseen event to slow the industry down.