<p>I have a cheaper, slightly more convenient option of taking classes at the local community college. However, I’ve heard colleges would look more highly upon taking these courses at a 4-year university. I have both options available. Does it matter to colleges?</p>
<p>It depends on the course - what classes are you thinking about taking, and what is your intended major (if you know)?</p>
<p>Cal III and Linear Algebra (math major).</p>
<p>Bump!!!</p>
<p>I am wondering the same thing- will be taking Calc II and III, Differential Equations, and Physics 1 & 2.</p>
<p>So I bump one more time…</p>
<p>Ok, some schools turn up their noses at community college transfers. Others will hold their noses while letting you (barely) in. Depending on the cc and its mission, some cc’s are seen as having watered down courses. If you have both a cc and a major public university in the same city (or close by), then it is much better to take courses which are expected to be rigorous (like calc III and physics) at the University.</p>
<p>Okay thanks. I’ll try and make it to the 4-year if finances allow.</p>
<p>Whichever you end up at, grades are critical. There is no such thing as “overkill”.</p>
<p>I think it’ll cost significantly more than the CC option. There’s no need to “prove” yourself to colleges at this point, especially not at such such a cost. They will appreciate the fact that you went out of your way to take difficult courses at your local community college.</p>