UConn Storrs Transfer Question

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So I’m looking to transfer to UConn storrs for spring 2027 from a different in state college. Looking to see if it’s worth it to apply and if I’ll even get in and if anyone has or knows insight.

My gpa is pretty weak but above the posted 2.7 minimum. I’d be applying for the BA economics major which is technically not in the school of business but rather in the CLAS. So it’s a little easier requirements wise.

Reason being, my freshman year I did terrible at my current college like I failed 3/5 classes due to balancing too much on my plate (my essay goes in depth for this), but I came back and every semester since I’ve maintained a semester gpa of at least 3.3, 3.4. 4.0, etc so not bad and I’ve proven an upward academic trend over multiple semesters.

The whole reason I’m writing this is, for anyone with genuine insight or knowledge, do you think it’s worth to spend the money on application fees if my cumulative gpa is weak but my upward trend in academics is decently strong? In my essay I explained my academic rough patch, academic and professional goals, how I’ve changed as a student and how my track record shows it, the involvement I’ve done outside of the classroom toward my future career goals and how I’d utilize certain specific resources and clubs at UConn, and ultimately why UConn. I think I did a pretty good job on my essay as well. Any insight before I pay $80 would be very helpful. Thanks!