[JavaBrewer]

No idea what your son needs to succeed in college. I fell into the trap of over buying a computer (MacBook Pro...though used) because I am a Software Engineer. Turns out my kids are totally fine with a late model Chrome Book as all their classes are using Google Drive...yep they are not in sciences. New CB laptops in great form factor and 8+ hours of battery are $200 new from store. YMMV.