MLA vs APA format for Capstone

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I haven't seen this specifically addressed but I'm considering a topic for my capstone that really only fits in an MLA format. It almost borders on a project - or could possibly be considered a project if I tweak it a little. I know the syllabus indicates you can use an MLA format.

Here is my concern: I'm taking the online course and I'm understanding that a lot of the online discussion, the textbook and the professor's instructions are geared more toward an APA style paper. Is this correct? Do the mentors prefer one style over another? Do they give guidance to papers or projects that don't fit the norm (I'm assuming most of the students will be following an APA format). I just don't want to find myself going against the grain for three whole months or being lost on how to organize this paper.

I have one really developed idea that I'm interested in and can see myself staying engaged for the next 12 weeks. I could scrap it. I could try to rework it into an APA style (but I think the main question and supporting questions will be pretty weak). Or I have two or three other APA style topics that I am not really interested in at all but will try to make work. And lastly, I could come up with some new topic ideas over the next week. I'm just wondering if anyone has advice.

I'm 10 days from the start of the class and I guess my nerves are getting the best of me.