double major
I graduated Kent... I enjoyed it, have nothing bad to say about it. The weather in NE Ohio will delay him and cost more. I know you said you've heard it before, but... Encourage him to get a degree in something other than aviation. I'm not saying he shouldn't pursue it, just major in a back-up plan. My $.02. I currently work 121, I've instructed at national schools in several locations in the country.