<p>I think that you more than likely have no chance at the more competitive schools. Having your gpa actually go DOWN is not a good sign. Also, Duke lets in about 5% of transfer applicants, so to try to get in there as a transfer applicant is a waste of time and money that could be spent on other applications.</p>
<p>Also, I’m not trying to crush your dreams, give it a shot, you really ought to. I think the adcoms will take into count your circumstances, and you might get in.</p>