Just stumbled on this post and thought I'd add my .03 cents (inflation)

Adam,

Im not sure how old you are but I assume you around high school aged. Im now 23 and when i was your age I researched all of the college aviation programs in my state (indiana) and choose the best one for my goals. It is very exspensive but very rewarding. Many classmates joined the national guard in order to let uncle sam help foot the bills. If I were you I would look for a part time job as a linemen at one of your local airports washing planes, mowing grass, sweeping hanger floors, pumping gas, anything. Maybe you can find an airport with a flight school and begin some flight training with the money you earn. Thats what I did and it worked out for me, Im now a instructor for my university. Get out there and find something in your area! Oh and by the way a private pilots license requires a minimun of 40 hours of instruction and you can figure to pay at least $125 per hour depending where you live.

Just ask if you have other questions

Chris