Hi! I am a first year student going into the Social Sciences program, after first year I am hoping to go into the PNB program. I was just wondering what kind of laptop would be best for me? Windows computer or Mac? Please help!

Whatever fits your needs and wallet is the best choice. Mac laptop doesn't offer anything you will require tho, as the model with big screen is too expensive. Rule of thumb is to have good screen, as that's what you will be look at most of the time.

There's too many Windows laptops to name, I don't suggest getting anything American (too expensive for the features) or anything made by Acer (I'm pretty sure they assemble them out of recycled feces).