281—21.68 (260C) Evaluation and selection criteria. Proposed sharing agreements submitted for approval shall identify the rationale for using a sharing agreement to increase student access; increase cost-effectiveness for sharing institutions; use educational resources effectively; and reduce unnecessary duplication. Proposals shall include the following criteria:
	 21.68(1)  Background.
	  a.   	 Program sharing. A brief history of the program(s) to be shared. This section shall include current and projected enrollment, placement data, and involvement of faculty and advisory committee in planning.
	  b.   	 Administrative sharing. A brief history of the administrative position or function to be shared.
	 21.68(2) Description of existing program(s) or function(s).
	  a.   	 Program sharing. A brief description of the purpose of the program(s), current faculty, curriculum, equipment, facilities, articulation and business/industry linkages.
	  b.   	 Administrative sharing. A brief description of the administrative position or function, and purpose.
	 21.68(3) Proposed sharing arrangement. A brief rationale for the sharing arrangement; description of the sharing arrangement; and identification of how the Excellence 2000 funds will enhance student access, be cost-effective, enhance educational resources, enhance interinstitutional cooperation, and reduce unnecessary duplication.
	 21.68(4) Budget and budget narrative. The current base budget for the existing program(s) or administrative activity and the proposed shared program or administrative activity shall be identified, including specific expenditures and overall budget activities. Excellence 2000 funds shall be used to supplement, not supplant, existing institutional resources.
	 21.68(5) Evaluation. An evaluation plan which includes strategies for evaluating: effectiveness of the sharing agreement in enhancing student access; cost-effectiveness; enhancement of interinstitutional cooperation; reduction of duplication of programs and services; and the impact of Excellence 2000 funds on the institutions involved in the sharing agreement.