Cool story bro! Best of luck to you my friend! You already seem like the type of guy that knows this but, never give up hope bro, keep on pushing for success and its gonna come. Live long and prosper.
Full sail is very expensive, I believe you need an associates degree to get accepted in their program. It is very good of you to open your doors to them, it seems like they are both good people but do not be afraid to lay that hammer down.