Can 2 great years overlook 2 bad years?

Applying to College
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<p>Hi,</p>

<p>So, I didn't do so well during my freshman and sophomore year (average GPA: 2.5) I know that I didn't put that much effort into those two years but my junior year I managed to get a 4.1. Next year I will be taking three AP classes and one honors class. Can I still get into a good university with the grades I recieved during my freshman and sophomore year?</p>

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<p>I think you can. You have some serious competition from students with good grades throughout all four years, though.</p>

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<p>Luckily, a lot of colleges will calculate your GPA using only your Sophmore and Junior years only. Despite this, that doesn’t mean that your Freshman grades will be hidden from them.</p>

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<p>What’s your defn of a “good” university? In my definition of a “good” university, you’ll do fine. However it’s time to make an appt w/your guidance counselor for advice on schools that kids with your academics have applied to and been accepted at and enjoyed in the past.</p>