Community College VS National University?

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<p>As I've mentioned in another thread, due to some circumstances that were outside my control I will need to retake most of my IB exams. There's one small issue- one of my classes is no longer offered, so I cannot retake it and prove to admissions officers what I'm capable of achieving in that subject... within the confines of the IB, that is. </p>

<p>I've been looking at two different options to enroll part time and take a class in said subject area. My options are either at a community college (where it would be substantially cheaper and within walking distance of home) versus a National University (which may provide more 'legitimacy', but will undoubtedly cost more-- tuition and travel.) </p>

<p>I just wanted to know whether either place would make much of a difference in the eyes of admissions officers at selective colleges. If I'm serious about proving I can perform under rigorous academic instruction, is the National Uni. route the only real option for me? Or does the institution I take this class at of no real importance to university admissions officers?</p>

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<p>Also, given that I’m currently in Asia, there is the potential that North American universities aren’t familiar with either of them. :/</p>

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<p>If the snafu means you are taking a year delay, I think you probably need to bring something more than caught up academics for a top university.</p>

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<p>@imntwo-- Of course, I’m only enrolling part time! There are other things to be done. :stuck_out_tongue: I just want to make sure I know the pros and cons of either before I decide where to take this class.</p>

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<p>I don’t know about admissions - but as a corporate recruiter, the other things you did with the year would be much more important than where you took the course, or even if you took it.</p>

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<p>Thank you for the feedback. It’s somewhat of a relief to hear that; the rest of my year is really busy. I just figured taking this class would top things off nicely given that I know there’s a discrepancy between my ability and what’s on my record at the moment. </p>

<p>In addition, it really is a subject I’m interested in-- potentially might even major in. The experience couldn’t hurt me. I just want to make sure I get the most out of the time I have right now.</p>