What is better-AP or DualEnroll?

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<p>Help. I am a sophomore who is in an experiemental computer program (Florida) which is self-paced. Because I am very fast and a quick learner, and because I have studied my butt off and pushed myself to do a lot of work at home, I will, by then end of this year (June) will have completed ALL my Social Studies requirements, ALL my state Math requirements (through Algebra 2), ALL my state Science requirements (through Chemistry), and my English requirements (Honors) through grade 11. Plus I will have enough Electives credits to fulfill all my graduation requirements. </p>

<p>Here is my question: next year (June 2010), although I will be a junior technically, I will be graduating. I will need the following credits: Grade 12 English, some form of Math, and some form of Science. Let me be the first to say that I am not a math Whiz: this year on my PSAT I did score a 590; good, but 100 points lower than my English.</p>

<p>Would it be better to take a Dual-Enrollment class (or classes) at thelocal community college (actually we have 2) or an AP class (or classes) at high school? Personally I cannot stand h/s, which is one of the reasons I volunteered to enroll in this experiemental program: the idea of graduating early–while covering the same amount of material, without all the time-consuming b/s that goes on in the classroom–was very enticing. I do best studying on my own, either at a computer or via a textbook. I have a low tolerance level for a lot of the “stuff” that goes on at h/s–goofing off, talking about a drunken weekend, who is dating who, etc ec. </p>

<p>The other reason I entered this program to graduate early is my intention to work (a job) the first half of what would normally be my Senior year, and the second half of the year–when I turn 18–I intend to travel abroad for 6 months.
So while my classmates are in their Senior year of h/s, I will have taken a “gap” year and will return back home ready to enter college on time. </p>

<p>Regardless of my choice–AP or DE–all fees will be covered by my h/s and college tuition program, and I have access to a car. In addition, I intend to CLEP a couple of courses to get the college electives out of the way. </p>

<p>Any feedback on this? Is AP or DE better? Thanks a lot!</p>

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<p>I’d have to say it depends. AP classes are sometimes taught rigorously, as full equivalents of college courses. A high percentage ( > 80% ) of students in these classes pass the AP exam, and succeed in their college classes without repeating work. Other times, though, AP classes are poorly taught. The quality of CC classes varies as well, though I’d venture a guess and say that you’re more likely to find a real college class at CC.</p>

<p>In your case, since you say you hate high school, give CC a try.</p>

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<p>If you’re staying in state, I’d do DE. I’m taking 1 DE this year and 1 next year (well 2 classes, 1 per semester). You don’t have to pass the exam to get the credit and the classes are easier than APs.</p>

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<p>depends on where you’re going. a lot of schools (including many here in my home state of TX) don’t take DE from a Comm College… only from a real university, so AP would be better. OTOH, many out-of-state and some in-state do take Comm College courses. Also, depending on the competitiveness of the school and rigor of the course, you may have a better shot at a top college if you do AP and/or learn more.</p>

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<p>Advanced Placement is usually regarded as more difficult and given higher ranking at most universities. </p>

<p>But then again, it depends if you are taking the courses because you want the college credit- or you want resume fodder to get IN to the college.</p>