$7,000.00
Actuarial Science, BS
The BS in actuarial science is an interdisciplinary program with courses in mathematics, finance, accounting, and economics. The goal of the program is to prepare students for a career in the actuarial science, financial engineering, and related fields. It will prepare students for the first two actuarial exams required by the Society of Actuaries as well as help prepare for higher level exams.
What Will You Learn?
In our mathematical sciences programs, students learn in-demand skills that employers have identified as critical for job candidates, including:
-Data Interpretation and Problem-solving
-Skills Research Techniques
-Verbal and Written Communication skills, among others.
KEY SKILLS AND OPPORTUNITIES
The department’s outstanding faculty, who specialize in many different fields of mathematics and physics, work to prepare students for success in math-related careers or graduate school. Clubs and organizations include the Math Club, Actuarial Science Club, Women's Math Mentoring Group, and Pi Mu Epsilon, the National Mathematics Honor Society. Members participate in the department's annual math fair and math awareness month celebrations. The department also sponsors participation in various math competitions such as the Garden State Undergraduate Mathematics Competition.
| Critical Thinking | Data Analysis |
| Digital Fluency | Research |
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Career Opportunities
Actuary
Risk Analyst
Insurance Underwriter
Pension Consultant
Investment Analyst
Financial Planner
Quantitative Analyst
Pricing Analyst