Is everyone that smart?

Hello everyone!

Just received my first grade and I seem to be doing worse than most people I have talked to. It’s my first semester. I don’t wanna find dumb excuses, but I’m trying to be kinder to myself since I have just changed countries and got used to the new system.

Is there a chance to fix my overall gpa if my first exam is that bad? (like 19/30).

Any advice? I am so lost and disappointed. I feel beyond stupid.