<p>I think that taking IGETC classes p/np could hurt your chances, especially at Cal where the applicant pool is so qualified. I don’t think that many Cal admits take any transferable classes, especially IGETC, p/np so I would be very reluctant to do something that could make me less competitive. Cal wants to see that you can handle the considerable Cal work-load and taking a gen-ed community college class pass/fail could make them doubt your abilities. Not saying that there aren’t Cal students who did the same thing, just that it might make you less competitive.</p>
<p>At best, it does nothing. If you really feel you can’t handle the class then maybe you want to take that chance.</p>
<p>And fijeeboi is totally correct; it’s good to do your own research. This board is full of discussions centered around advisors telling students totally conflicting info.</p>