UMass Lowell has an excellent CS program, robotics and nanotechnology. We were very impressed with it. UMass Amherst has become pretty selective.
In the Northwest has he considered Lewis and Clark, U of Puget Sound?
CS involves a lot of math. Sounds like CS and math are not strengths. It sounds like he may want to into it for job prospects but maybe he could get some guidance on how humanities and social sciences, which he is strong in, can indeed lead to careers.
If he wants a direct path to career, a place like Wentworth certainly makes sense. Northeastern’s coop program could be helpful too, but that school is also very competitive these days.
Volley ball could be a deciding factor. Any chance of being recruited?
Endicott would not be good for CS. It is a nice school on the ocean, with a lot of career-oriented majors.
He can apply test-optional especially since he doesn’t need merit. Though his tests are very good for many schools. Look at this list thoroughly!