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Teens Teens Today's Teens High School Teen Health From Amy Morin This time of year means many seniors are finalizing their college plans. Many other teens are beginning to explore college opportunities. It can be an exciting but overwhelming time for teens and parents alike.  Keep the conversation going on Facebook or join me on Twitter. As always, feel free to send me questions, story ideas and comments. How to Help Your Teen Choose a College Deciding where to go to school can be a big decision. Find out how you can help your teen narrow down the college search.   Search Related Topics:  college choices  picking a college  10 Life Skills Teens Need to be Successful in College College success requires more than just academic skills. Make sure your teen has the emotional, behavioral and social skills necessary for college as well. Search Related Topics:  life skills  college skills  Help Your Teen Graduate from College Debt Free (Even If You Can't Pay) Student loans are a big deal. In fact, the average student graduates with over $27,000 in student loan debt. I interviewed Rachel Cruze, daughter of radio host Dave Ramsey, to learn how teens can graduate from college debt free, even when parents can't afford to pay. Search Related Topics:  paying for college  college scholarships  6 Alternatives to College that Might be Right for Your Teen College isn't right for everyone. If your teen isn't interested in college, there are plenty of alternatives. Check out these college alternatives to see how your teen can develop a career without a college degree. Search Related Topics:  college alternatives  teens and careers  Related Searches College Preparation College School Loans College Student Jobs Year College Degree College Search Help Featured Articles Teen Drug Use and Abuse Teen Health Issues Teen Party and Events Planning Ideas Teen Dating and Sexuality Helping Parents Guide Their Teen's Future Today's Teens   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Amy Morin Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Teens newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   More College News Using Technology to Narrow Down the College Search Are Student Loans Really a Bad Thing? What Does Your Teen Want to Do When He Grows Up?   Follow me on: Advertisement