The regulatory process of the federal government may be its own worst enemy by threatening the substance and character of private higher education. In addition, it is the responsibility of the corporate sector in the United States to support the nonprofit sector if it is to live up to its spoken convictions. (MSE)

Enrollment success at private colleges and universities is examined with a particular interest in the effects of presidential leadership, marketing practices, and selected institutional characteristics. Conclusions were based on questionnaires completed by 327 presidents and in-depth interviews at six colleges. (MLW)

Joint ventures undertaken by Duke University with industry are reported that illustrate the imaginative arrangements and economic and otherwise advantageous structures possible in co-ventures. They include patent and trademark licensing, travel agency commissions, a racquetball and health club, a hotel, and an office building. (MSE)

Projections of student expenses are indexed for comparison with the Consumer Price Index. Forecasts include: no slower rate of increase of average expenses; by 1984-85, total student expenses at private institutions will double public institutions'; tuition is now the dominant cost; and two-year institutions are not much less expensive than…