Did you miss the study abroad train when you were still in college? Still dealing with FOMO? Study abroad is not just for kids. You can find tons of programs offering study abroad for recent college graduates. Maybe you want to dive into a new culture or practice those rusty language skills you learned in high school or college. Whatever your reason, the door to study abroad for adults is always wide open.

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Spending extended time abroad on a gap year or a working holiday is often seen as "kid stuff," reserved for lucky, fresh-faced graduates who haven't yet entered the workforce or taken on real responsibilities. But that outlook is shortsighted: Even a brief stint abroad on an exchange program can transform your perspective and benefit your career at any stage of the game. It's easy to make excuses, but going abroad has never been easier -- the problem is narrowing down your options. To choose an adult-friendly exchange program, think about how you'd like to spend your time abroad and what the experience's key takeaways should be. Most people's plans will fit within these three categories: cultural or language immersion, working holidays or volunteering.