Sajida MukhtarIjaz Ahmad TatlahMuhammad Saeed2012-10-102012-10-102011International Journal of Academic Research, Vol. 3. No. 2. March, 2011, Part Ihttps://escholar.umt.edu.pk/handle/123456789/609Purpose; This article analyzes and assesses the current status of higher education in Pakistanto examine emerging trends. Design/methodology/approach; The discussion concentrates on structure, access, quality, funding patterns, private enterprise, and future prospects of higher education. It is argued that if quality does not match quantity, and the higher education sector fails to bring out enlightened, highly skilled, trained, motivated and ethically committed individuals, the countries cannot meet any of its development objectives. Findings; to attract the brightest students towards social sciences in different paradigms and research, funds have to be allocated for the higher education sector in the country. These emerging scenarios have given birth to some new issues.enHigher education Commission-HECEnterpriseQuality of EducationArticle