This presentation will review the diverse array of factors at the federal, state, and institutional levels that are likely to converge in the coming decade, and their potential negative impact on underserved populations.  The presentation concludes with details of a proposed public-private partnership involving the federal government, states, colleges and universities, students and parents, and the private sector that is designed to counter the convergence of these trends.

Mr. Merisotis is recognized as a leading authority on college and university financing, particularly student financial aid, and has published major studies and reports on topics ranging from higher education ranking systems to technology-based learning.