Summer classes at a city college

[Pengwuino]

Ok guys, what is the difference in going to a city college for summer courses as opposed to the university you currently go to for summer classes (except the $500 difference)? Would grad schools look down on it?

Also, do grad schools look well upon students who graduate in say, 3 years or 3 1/2 instead of 4 or are they neutral towards them?

 

[ColdFusion85]

for most universities, for non-university earned credits, the only thing that shows up on your transcript are the course you took and acknowledgment that you received credit for that course. i took calc 2 at a state school last summer and on my transcript here at syracuse university it just shows that i earned 4 credits for calc 2. it doesn't even list my grade. so my assumption is that as long as you earn the credits, grad schools and such will not pay attention to the details, so long as you have your degree. i could be wrong but that's what i think

 

[hhegab]

There are a few potential differences between taking summer classes at a city college versus your current university. One potential difference could be the class size and resources available. City colleges may have smaller class sizes and less resources compared to a university, which could affect the quality of education and learning experience. Another difference could be the level of rigor and difficulty of the courses offered. It's important to research and compare the curriculum and academic standards of both institutions to make an informed decision.

As for how graduate schools may view taking summer courses at a city college, it ultimately depends on the individual program and admissions criteria. Some graduate schools may not have a preference or bias towards either option, while others may view summer courses at a city college as less rigorous or prestigious compared to a university. It's important to consider the reputation and accreditation of the city college and how it may be perceived by the graduate programs you are interested in.

In terms of graduating in a shorter amount of time, it really depends on the individual student's academic performance and achievements. Grad schools are typically more concerned with the quality of your academic record and experiences, rather than the length of time it took to complete your degree. If you were able to complete your degree in a shorter amount of time while still maintaining a strong GPA and participating in extracurricular activities or research, it could potentially be viewed positively by grad schools. However, if you rushed through your coursework and did not excel academically, it may not be viewed as favorably. It's important to focus on achieving your academic goals and making the most of your education, rather than solely aiming for a shorter graduation timeline.