The elimination of unreasonable program duplication is a high priority. Ordinarily, proposed programs in undergraduate core programs consisting of basic liberal arts and sciences disciplines are not considered unnecessarily duplicative. Unreasonable duplication is a more specific concern in vocational/technical, occupational, graduate, and professional programs which meet special manpower needs. The issue of how a proposed program meets an institution's local and State area needs shall be addressed. Evidence demonstrating that a proposed program is not duplicative of similar offerings in the State shall be submitted by the institution. At a minimum, this evidence shall be substantiated on the basis that the proposed program to be offered is not unreasonably duplicative of existing programs in a specific geographically proximate location in the State. Determination of Duplication. In determining whether a program is unreasonably duplicative, the Secretary shall consider: The degree to be awarded; The area of specialization; The purpose or objectives of the program to be offered; The specific academic content of the program; Evidence of equivalent competencies of the proposed program in comparison to existing programs; and An analysis of the market demand for the program. The analysis shall include an examination of factors, including: Role and mission; Accessibility; Alternative means of educational delivery including distance education; Analysis of enrollment characteristics; Residency requirements; Admission requirements; and Educational justification for the dual operation of programs broadly similar to unique or high-demand programs at HBIs.