To the OP. First off I'm sorry to hear you washed out, I'm certain that was a rough time. The fact that you want to keep flying is both awesome and proves you have a passion for flying. So, as the others have said, work hard, get the ratings and build the hours. There are many options to get the ratings none of which are cheap. If you can use the gi bill I'd do it, just be certain you'll get reembursed, the va has changed a few rules regarding flight schools. Good luck, stay positive, own what happened at UPT, learn from it and move on.