I am going to start college in spring and I want to double mayor in computer science and business management but I am a 21 year old white male living in the ghetto making less then 13k a year so I kinda don't want to wait 4 years for a bachelors to get a better job.

I am not the best at interviews but I do tend to give off a knowledgeable impression especially when it comes to programming. I have a good amount of experience with a decent number of programming languages such as C++, Visual Basic, C#, Python, Lua, PHP, and a few others.

I mainly want to know what kind of pay and hours I can expect with only an associates degree and a reasonably extensive knowledge of programming?

My best advice would be to start looking at job posting requirements for programmers. The job requirements and pay may vary by area. The working hours will also depend heavily on what part of the software industry you work in.

From what I've seen, just about every IT position looks for a Bachelors in Science in Computer Science (or related field). I just know an associates degree won't cut the mustard in Seattle. Might be different in NC though.

But, the good news is that if you get your double major, you'll be in high demand! You'll understand the technical and business side of the business and would probably make a good IT manager some day. The other good news is that development platforms are leveling the playing fields. If you've got an innovative idea, there's little stopping you from making it happen.

Anyways, suck it up and stick it out for four years.