Do colleges prefer AP or Dual Enrollment credits?

Some universities, not all don't consider certain dual enrollment classes to be as impressive as AP, because the course 'rigor' isn't the same. I don't recommend taking dual enrollment at least for your sophomore year, because the way the class is taught is very do-it-yourself type. There is no teacher to which you could raise your hand- they just give you the work and expect completion. Get a rhythm for what your work ethic is and how you ration your time and scheduling so you can best transition from learning in a classroom environment to an college environment.