Consortia have much to offer higher education but are often unappealing because of undue emphasis on reducing costs, inadequate attention to the range of possibilities, and mismatching of membership and mission. Four types of consortia exist according to purposes (special and general) and membership (heterogeneous or homogeneous). (MSE)

A report from the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools is discussed. The major issues and options that should be considered before establishing or reevaluating an overseas program are described. (Author/MLW)