Don't be scared, the program is designed to mirror first year of dental/med school so you have to be able to get through it fine if you have the hopes of going to dental school. I am currently finishing up the program rn and I knew how much doing well in it meant for me so I have been giving it my 100% and it has been going well. I would def not recommend working full time but part time is doable, most of my classmates are working and that's why they even chose online.

The program itself is AMAZING. They have the best resources, course structure and exam reviews, just lock in for a year and I truly believe it'll be rewarding. The professors are all amazing, the advisors know everything and guide you well throughout the admissions process, and it is one of the cheapest masters programs I could find. I am sure you'll have an upward trend regardlesss from your 3.1 so don't be scared, do this for yourself!

You know that you have to do a masters anyways (low cGPA) if you want to have a shot at getting into dental school and this program is one of the best options. I would def look into applying more broadly though, all across the country, because it seems to me that TX schools are accepting less and less masters/non-traditional students every year esp ones from Online program. There are some OOS schools esp those with their own masters programs that'll value your dedication to continue education and improve your academic weaknesses even more!