Code of Federal Regulations Title 34. Education § 34.604.11 Planning requirements

(1) Considers the relationship between State administration of each applicable program and administration of similar State programs or processes;

(2) Encourages State policies that consider the effects of declining enrollments on all sectors of postsecondary education within the State;

(3) Considers the postsecondary educational needs of unserved and underserved individuals within the State, including individuals beyond traditional college age;

(4) Considers the resources of public and private institutions, organizations, and agencies within the State that are capable of providing postsecondary educational opportunities;  and

(5) Provides for direct, equitable, and active participation in the comprehensive planning or policy formulation processes by representatives of institutions of higher education—including community colleges, proprietary institutions, and independent colleges and universities—other providers of postsecondary education services, students, and the general public in the State.