You probably wont like this very much powerstrokin...
I remember how badly I wanted to get a hunting dog when I was young.

But maybe you should wait a couple of years atleast until you are out of school and perhaps on your own and well established. The reason I say this is because dogs are a big responsibility and can be VERY costly.

I think you should focus on getting through this short phase of your life (college) first, then get yourself a good lab from a breeder, and be willing to spend LOTS ofMONEY and TIME!!! Training a lab right is essential, if you dont do it the right ways, you will ruin your dog... Ive seen it too many times. If you get stuck, you should get professional help. Dont try to FORCE the training on the dog, you may need to take a short break in training altogether.

My advice to you would be to just wait, there will still be labs in a few years... To me it seems like you are kinda trying to rush this process a little bit, DONT! Take your time, be patient. A lab is a hyper active dog for the first 2 years for sure. Chewing everything. Be ready to buy 3 or 4 of anything he might have access to, it will be chewed. I know people who are in their 40's that cant and shouldnt try to get a hunting dog...

Whatever you decide, good luck.
Be patient, especially with training.