2 GPA: Colleges You Can Get Into

Looking for colleges that accept a 2 GPA? You're competitive at about 365 four-year colleges (1 target, 9 reach, 355 safety). Popular matches include Metropolitan College of New York and Voorhees University.

Quick Facts for a 2 GPA

Letter grade: Typically C (~73% on a common percentage scale).
vs national average: 2 is below the typical U.S. high school GPA near 3.1.
Scale note: Figures here use an unweighted 4.0 GPA unless a college reports otherwise.
College options: Competitive at 365 schools (1 target, 9 reach, 355 safety).

Colleges You Can Get Into with a 2 GPA

Below are popular colleges sorted by admission chance for a 2 GPA. Filter by major or location with our college search.

Target Schools (Competitive Chance of Admission)

Target schools have average GPAs near 2 - your grades fit squarely in the admitted pool and you have a strong chance.

College	Avg GPA	Acceptance Rate	Your Chance
Metropolitan College of New York New York, NY	2.1	90%	Medium

Reach Schools (Lower Admission Chance)

Reach schools have average GPAs higher than 2; admission is possible but competitive - course rigor, essays, and activities help.

College	Avg GPA	Acceptance Rate	Your Chance
Shaw University Raleigh, NC	2.6	80%	Low
Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC	2.5	34%	Low
Paul Quinn College Dallas, TX	2.6	40%	Low
Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC	2.48	45%	Low
University of South Carolina Upstate Spartanburg, SC	2.53	67%	Low
Le Moyne Owen College Memphis, TN	2.5	99%	Low
Southern University at New Orleans New Orleans, LA	2.4	79%	Low
Talladega College Talladega, AL	2.4	85%	Low
Maria College of Albany Albany, NY	2.5	44%	Low

Safety Schools (Very High Chance of Admission)

Safety schools have average GPAs well below 2; you're above the typical admitted student and have a very high chance of acceptance.

College	Avg GPA	Acceptance Rate	Your Chance
Savannah State University Savannah, GA	2.77	100%	High
Albany State University Albany, GA	2.77	100%	High
Utah Valley University Orem, UT	3.52	100%	High
Valencia College Orlando, FL	-	100%	High
Broward College Fort Lauderdale, FL	-	100%	High
Miami Dade College Miami, FL	-	100%	High
Adams State University Alamosa, CO	3.2	100%	High
Palm Beach State College Lake Worth, FL	-	100%	High
Bellevue College Bellevue, WA	-	100%	High
Notre Dame de Namur University Belmont, CA	3.1	100%	High
St. Andrews University Laurinburg, NC	3.13	100%	High
Florida State College at Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL	-	100%	High

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Is a 2 GPA good or bad?

A 2.0 is lowest GPA that has any realistic chance of getting into a traditional four-year college. While it may be good enough, in reality, your choices are very limited. You will find more options if you consider two year community colleges that offer open admission to all GPA's.

What is a 2 GPA?

A 2.0 grade point average is a numerical representation of your course letter grades on a 4.0 scale. Your 2.0 GPA indicates you averaged C grades in your classes and delivered satisfactory but below average performance. The percent equivalent of a 2.0 grade point average is 73% on the percentage grading scale. This means that you scored an average of 73% on tests and assignments. GPA values for C letter grades range from 2.0 to 2.2. Your 2.0 GPA positions you at the lower end of the C range. If you earn C's in all of your classes, you would have a 2.0 GPA. Learn more about what the C letter grade signifies.

See the full 2 GPA scale page and our GPA scale guide.

Demographic Statistics

How a 2 GPA stacks up to national high school averages across demographic groups.

Gender

Male: A 2 is 1 points (33%) lower than the average male student GPA of 3.0
Female: A 2 is 1.2 points (38%) lower than the average female student GPA of 3.23

Race/ethnicity

White: A 2 is 1.2 points (38%) lower than the average white student GPA of 3.23
Black: A 2 is 0.8 points (29%) lower than the average black student GPA of 2.83
Hispanic: A 2 is 1 points (32%) lower than the average Hispanic student GPA of 2.95
Asian/Pacific Islander: A 2 is 1.4 points (41%) lower than the average Asian/Pacific Islander student GPA of 3.39

Statistics source: 2019 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) High School Transcript Study (HSTS)

How can I raise my 2 GPA?

Consider the following tips to improve or maintain your 2 GPA. These study habits help in high school and strengthen college admission chances.

Identify areas of weakness: Determine which subjects or topics you struggle with and focus on improving those areas.
Develop a study schedule: Create a consistent study routine that allocates time for each subject.
Use effective study techniques: Employ spaced repetition and active recall to enhance learning and retention.
Seek help when needed: Ask teachers, peers, or tutors if you're struggling with a subject.
Participate in class: Engage in discussions and ask questions to deepen understanding.
Practice good time management: Balance studying, activities, and rest so grades stay on track.
Monitor your progress: Track your GPA with a GPA calculator and adjust strategies as needed.

Chart your path with a raise your GPA calculator to see the future grades you need.

How high can I still increase my 2.0 GPA?

The table below will help you see how high or low you can possibly change your GPA if you currently have a 2.0. As you progress in school it becomes more and more difficult to improve your overall grade point average. Select the tab and table column corresponding to the last semester you completed. Then find a row for your predicted future letter grade average. The result would be your GPA at graduation if you can maintain that letter grade.

Freshmen with a 2.0 after first semester can still possibly raise their GPA as high as a 3.75 or drop it to a 0.25. There is still a lot of time to change your GPA before graduation and it can vary by 3.50 grade points in the future.

Possible grades you can raise your 2.0 GPA to before graduation for freshmen
Future Grades	1st Semester Completed	2nd Semester Completed
A	3.75	3.50
A-	3.49	3.28
B+	3.14	2.97
B	2.88	2.75
B-	2.61	2.53
C+	2.26	2.22
C	2.00	2.00
C-	1.74	1.77
D+	1.39	1.48
D	1.12	1.25
D-	0.86	1.02
F	0.25	0.50

Sophomores with a 2.0 after first semester can still raise their GPA as high as a 3.25 or see it fall to a 0.75. You have some time to change your GPA before graduation and it can vary by 2.50 grade points in the future.

Possible grades you can raise your 2.0 GPA to before graduation for sophomores
Future Grades	1st Semester Completed	2nd Semester Completed
A	3.25	3.00
A-	3.06	2.85
B+	2.81	2.65
B	2.62	2.50
B-	2.44	2.35
C+	2.19	2.15
C	2.00	2.00
C-	1.81	1.85
D+	1.56	1.65
D	1.38	1.50
D-	1.19	1.35
F	0.75	1.00

Juniors with a 2.0 after first semester can still raise their GPA to a 2.75 or lower it to a 1.25. You have limited classes left to change your GPA before graduation and it can vary by 1.50 grade points in the future.

Possible grades you can raise your 2.0 GPA to before graduation for juniors
Future Grades	1st Semester Completed	2nd Semester Completed
A	2.75	2.50
A-	2.64	2.42
B+	2.49	2.33
B	2.38	2.25
B-	2.26	2.17
C+	2.11	2.08
C	2.00	2.00
C-	1.89	1.93
D+	1.74	1.82
D	1.62	1.75
D-	1.51	1.68
F	1.25	1.50

After first semester senior year your GPA is fairly locked in. A 2.0 can be raised a 2.25 or slip to a 1.75. You have very little time to change your GPA before graduation and it can vary by 0.50 grade points at the most.

Possible grades you can raise your 2.0 GPA to before graduation for seniors
Future Grades	1st Semester Completed	2nd Semester Completed
A	2.25	2.00
A-	2.21	2.00
B+	2.16	2.00
B	2.12	2.00
B-	2.09	2.00
C+	2.04	2.00
C	2.00	2.00
C-	1.96	2.00
D+	1.91	2.00
D	1.88	2.00
D-	1.84	2.00
F	1.75	2.00

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 2 GPA good for college?

A 2 GPA is below the national high school average near 3.1, so selective options are more limited, but you still have about 365 four-year colleges in range. Stronger test scores, course rigor, and an upward grade trend can help, and less-selective or open-admission four-year schools remain realistic pathways.

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