A discussion of the substantial increases in private giving to colleges and universities looks at trends in voluntary support by type of donor, designation for capital and operating expenses, institutional classification (for selected institutions), and source. Some comparisons are made using data from 1950-51, 1970-71, 1980-81, and 1986-87. (MSE)

This report describes trends in Catholic high schools over the past 10 years. Data were derived from a survey of 500 Catholic secondary schools. A total of 293 questionnaires were returned, a 59 percent response rate. In addition to monitoring changes in income and expenses, tuition, and salaries, the report provides an analysis of information…