good ACT, pathetic gpa, no extracurriculars. is community college my only option?

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<p>GPA: 2.3 (ish)
ACT breakdown:*
comp: 30
English: 32
Math: 26
Reading: 34
Science: 27</p>

<p>My counselors at both my high schools (I transferred) told me that they'd write a letter explaining how my grades the last two years are due to an extreme amount of absences freshman/sophomore year for hospitalizations and other medical problems (90 days freshman year, 75 sophomore year) and that it's not an accurate representation of my ability, that my Junior year is more of what I'm capable of. I transferred to a new school for this year and did much better-- 3.5 GPA for fall semester and 3.7 GPA this semester. I'm taking 3 AP courses next year and plan on doing some stuff after school to build up my application. I also want to try to take the ACT again. Do I still have a shot at any university?*
More specfically, in Colorado or Illinois or Florida. Am I stuck with community college for two years? :/
Thanks for any responses.</p>

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<p>You shouldn’t have a problem getting into a state school if your low GPA is due to medical issues.</p>

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<p>I’m super sorry about your medical issues! I’ve had my fair share of medical conditions throughout high school and my grades have suffered as a result as well. (In fact, I’m technically on medical leave from school right now.) Keep the faith!! </p>

<p>Have your doctors and counselors write detailed letters explaining the severity of your medical problems. Your ACT and great work this year (and hopefully next year) show that you are intelligent and haven’t simply been slacking. Community college is definitely not the only option. I think you should practice for the ACT (buy a practice book if you have not already) and try to bring up your math & science score. Although, your composite score is wonderful when compared to your GPA. </p>

<p>What is your intended major? And what type of learning environment do you think you would thrive in? (ie. small vs. large college, liberal vs. conservative leaning, rural vs. urban)</p>

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<p>You have hope don’t worry :slight_smile: you pulled up your grades and a 30 on the ACT is way above par for a lot of state schools. Definitely try for a state school even if it isn’t what you prefer and worst case scenario go for a year and then transfer out to a private college</p>