I do not know much about GPAs or GPA averages, but I don't think you're bad. I think you're awesome. My mom's GPA is very bad, and she isn't dumb at all. My IQ is considered "mildly retarded" but that doesn't stop me at all! And I know GPA is a lot compared to an IQ, but I believe in you. I know you can do this. I think that if the schools know what they're really looking for, an intellectual like you, they will definitely pick you. And even if you don't get the best colleges, that doesn't mean you can't go on to be the best at your job, and make everyone around you happy. I think you will be just fine. And you don't sound dumb at all. I hope things will go well for you, like finding a lucky penny!