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is retaking a course looked down upon? Say a student got a B as his final grade. would the student be better off in the long run to not have retaken the class and gotten an A?
No, retaking a course is not necessarily considered a failure. It is common for students to retake a course in order to improve their understanding and grades.
Yes, retaking a course will affect your GPA. Both attempts will be included in your GPA calculation, so if you improve your grade in the retake, your GPA will likely increase.
It depends on your individual situation. If the course is a prerequisite for a major or graduate program, it may be worth retaking in order to meet the requirements. Additionally, if you struggled in the course and need a better understanding of the material, retaking it may be beneficial.
Yes, both attempts of the course will typically appear on your transcript. However, some schools may have a policy where only the retake grade is shown on the transcript or the original grade is marked as repeated. It is best to check with your school's policies.
This varies depending on the school and program. Some schools may have a limit on the number of times a course can be retaken, while others may allow unlimited attempts. It is important to check with your academic advisor or school policies to determine the specific guidelines for retaking a course.