In 1974, the State of Maryland developed its plan for the desegregation of post secondary educational institutions. In this report the progress of desegregation in the State's colleges and universities is described. Major desegregation efforts since 1974 are reviewed, with an emphasis on recent fiscal developments. Major activities undertaken by the State Board of Education in support of the integration plan are summarized for the year prior to the report's publication. These activities include programs for minority students, faculty and administrator exchange programs, reviews of legislation, and evaluative and descriptive reports on the impact of desegregation. The resources utilized for implementing the plan in the public institutions and agencies of higher education are discussed. Appropriations of funds and personnel for fiscal 1978 are shown in statistical tables. Midyear desegregation status reports are presented for 30 community colleges, four year colleges, and universities. Appendices include detailed information on specific programs, legislation, policy statements and administrative procedure, and proposed programs. (GC)