Should I become an Agent to be a successful investor in Illinois?

[Ulysses Pagan]

I am just starting off in my real estate education and i would like to know whether or not it is a good idea to become a real estate agent in order to become successful in Illinois near the Chicago Suburbs. I am planning on studying urban planning/development so I would really like to become successful in the real estate investing world. I am open to any suggestions or feedback with your experiences in the area. Thanks!