Teen pregnancy can pose concerns for students trying to complete high school academic requirements. Nearly one-third of teen girls who drop out of high school state early pregnancy and parenthood as keys reason for their decision, according to TheNationalCampaign.org. Pregnant teens may feel embarrassed about going back to school, struggle with morning sickness or fatigue, and have difficulty keeping up with their classwork. Taking care of a baby is time-consuming, so many may not have the energy to complete high school. 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.