In a notice to Church leaders, the Church announced adjustments in the age ranges for single adults and young single adults.

• The term young single adult now refers to unmarried members ages 18–35. Where available, units for young single adults may include those ages 18–35. In areas with many young single adults—and particularly in young single adult stakes—leaders may consider recommending an adjustment to provide a ward for members ages 18–25 and a ward for members ages 26–35.
• Single adult now describes unmarried members ages 36 and older. Where units for single members are available, they may include those ages 36–45.

Area Presidencies will work with stake presidents to determine what is best for the single adult and young single adult wards in their areas and propose changes if needed.

Institute classes are now available for young adults ages 18–35. Classes will be divided by ages 18–25 and ages 26–35 unless the number of participants is insufficient to justify dividing the classes. Young adults are encouraged to attend institute, where they will find friends, feel a sense of belonging, and experience Christ-centered teachings.

These age changes are effective now, and will be published in chapters 14 and 37 of the General Handbook in the coming weeks.

Learn more about the history of student and singles wards in the article “Church announces age-range adjustments for young single adults.”