Maryland Colleges for a 2.8 GPA

With a 2.8 GPA, you are competitive at 12 four-year colleges in Maryland (2 target, 8 reach, 2 safety). A 2.8 is typically a B- (~81%) on a common grading scale.

Colleges in Maryland for a 2.8 GPA

Target Schools (Competitive Chance of Admission)

Target schools have average GPAs near 2.8 - your grades fit squarely in the admitted pool.

College Avg GPA Acceptance Rate Your Chance

Baltimore, MD

 2.89 79% Medium

Baltimore, MD

 2.62 46% Medium

Reach Schools (Lower Admission Chance)

Reach schools typically enroll students with higher average GPAs; admission is possible but more competitive.

College Avg GPA Acceptance Rate Your Chance

Baltimore, MD

 3.1 82% Low

Bowie, MD

 3.12 72% Low

Emmitsburg, MD

 3.36 74% Low

Princess Anne, MD

 3.07 96% Low

Owings Mills, MD

 3.1 79% Low

Takoma Park, MD

 3.24 46% Low

Baltimore, MD

 3.23 78% Low

Laurel, MD

 3.26 74% Low

Safety Schools (Very High Chance of Admission)

Safety schools have average GPAs well below 2.8; you have a very high chance of acceptance.

College Avg GPA Acceptance Rate Your Chance

Adelphi, MD

 - 100% High

Baltimore, MD

 - 100% High

View the full list of colleges that accept a 2.8 GPA in Maryland

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Published: August 19, 2026