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Clark Atlanta Or College Of Alameda For 2yrs Then Transferring?

I am sooo stressed! I originally planned to attend Clark Atlanta University for 2 yrs. and try to transfer to NYU, Columbia, or a UC, Now im in my financial enrollment process for CAU and $30,000 seems like a lot. What are the pros and cons of going to CAU (a private university) for 2yrs vs. going to a community college like College of Alameda for 2yrs. and transferring?