<p>Currently go to Texas Tech University. Had a bad semester due to lack of focus from personal/family emergencies. I currently have 37 hours earned, but my GPA is a whopping 1.94. Was a 2.8 before this semester started. So I will be placed on Academic Probation in which my overall GPA needs to bump up above a 2.0. </p>
<p>I really don't like Texas Tech all that well, and since I travel alot due to my job working for my father, an online degree suits me best. I was thinking Penn States Organizational Leadership Bachelor's degree would work best. But I might also stay here at Texas Tech and finish what I started by getting a Bachelors Degree in Personal Financial Planning. </p>
<p>My question is, should I retake the courses I got a D and F on and have my GPA bounce back to a 3.0 at best after Spring 2007? And should I stick with Texas Tech or go with the online route in Penn States. Both have an even amount of pro and cons. I just want the best and most highly respected degree. Thanks so much.</p>
<p>Re-taking any courses below a C is always a good idea, it not only helps your GPA but if you do indeed transfer and get an online degree, you will actually be awarded credit for those classes.</p>
<p>I don't know how an online degree is seen, and if it's any better than a normal degree, but Penn State is more respected overall as a school nation-wide than Texas Tech. Tech undoubtedly has a solid reputation in the state of Texas, where there are plenty of oppurtunities for you as a graduate. If you are in-state, and would have to pay out-of-state tuition at Penn State, it may not be worth it.</p>
<p>Thanks for the response!! Yea, Tech is regarding nicely in Texas, and Texas only really lol. Penn State is nationwide! The good thing about Penn States online program is it costs 1 price. It's 100 more per credit hour but could it be worth it? </p>
<p>Or should I just keep it up at Tech. Get my GPA up to above a 3.0 throughout my remaining time. And hope to get into the Master's Business program? </p>
<p>I graduated high school May 2004. I've been working a lot so it explains why I have taken so long, but a bit to do with laziness as well. Now that the laziness is out the window I plan to take the max course load until I graduate. But is it horrible to think that I will be graduating Spring 2009? Seems so long, but it's something I have to do. Does it seem long to anyone else? In essence it'll take me 5 yrs. to complete a 4 yr. program. :(</p>
<p>I wouldn't worry about the difference in prestige between the two schools, b/c in reality it won't matter much. Both are fine schools and most companies won't care where your degree is from, but how qualified you are. What will matter is your GPA, especially if you are trying to pursue a graduate degree. So definately retake those courses below a C.</p>