Pregnancy and Parenthood
Teen pregnancy can pose concerns for students trying to complete college academic requirements. Nearly one-third of teen girls who drop out of college early pregnancy and parenthood as keys reason for their decision Pregnant teens may feel embarrassed about going back to college , struggle with morning sickness or fatigue, and have difficulty keeping up with their classwork. Taking care of a baby is time-consuming. Pregnancy also affects college students, but with the availability of online courses and the maturity that comes with adulthood, college-age women often have the opportunity to complete college coursework.