Combine your talents in math with your interests in business and economics in the actuarial science bachelor's degree program at the University of Wisconsin-欧克莱尔.

Much more than number crunchers, actuarial science graduates help businesses grow and play a critical role in strategic decision-making. 除了 to having a deep understanding of mathematics, statistics and business, actuaries also measure, calculate and manage financial risk. Because of their critical contributions, actuaries are essential employees in the fields of health care, 保险, 银行, 金融, 政府, 电子商务, employee benefits and many more.

Preparation for at least six of the professional actuarial examinations recognized by the Society of Actuaries (SOA) and Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) is a strong focus of the program's curriculum. 除了, expert faculty and the University's well-established network of employer partners ensures that students have access to resume-building opportunities and are in-the-know regarding best practices, current trends and developments in the industry.

Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Census Bureau consistently rank actuarial careers as one of the best jobs in the U.S. — and that the high demand for graduates will only increase through 2031. 

Thanks to the program's leading-edge curriculum, excellent reputation and deep connections to the field, graduates of the actuarial science degree program at UW-Eau克莱尔 are off doing some pretty incredible things. From risk management to predictive analysis, our Blugolds enter jobs in many different industries, well prepared for the competitive job market. And with a strong rate of success passing the actuarial exams — even before graduation — they don't have to wait long before jumping into the field and making an impact. 

Where are actuarial science alumni now? 

• SECURA Insurance, Wisconsin
• 盖恩,弗吉尼亚州
• Axene Health Partners, California
• Centene Corporation, Wisconsin
• 胡玛纳,肯塔基州
• ProAssurance, Alabama
• 怡安,明尼苏达州
• Guy Carpenter, Minnesota
• Elevance Health, Indiana
• 安联,明尼苏达州
• Federated Insurance, Minnesota
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Texas

Actuarial science careers

• 业务分析师
• Health 保险 actuary
• 保险人
• 咨询精算师
• 金融分析师
• Life 保险 actuary
• Property and casualty 保险 actuary
• Risk management analyst

澳门葡京网赌送彩金’s actuarial science program is designated by the Society of Actuaries (SOA) as an 先进的课程 program on the Universities and 大学 with Actuarial 项目 (UCAP-AC) list  — one of only a few programs in Wisconsin that meet this threshold. The interdisciplinary, comprehensive nature of the major provides students with a strong background in mathematics, 会计, economics and business 金融, shaping them into well-rounded and versatile professionals. Many students choose to take their education a step further by applying what they've learned in the classroom to real-world situations through internships – which can be structured to count for college credit.

Another unique aspect of the program's curriculum is a required Introduction To The Actuarial Career class. This course allows students to fully explore the actuarial career and gain an early understanding of the characteristics actuarial employers seek. Students also complete a four-year plan that outlines when they will take their professional exams and create a resume and cover letters. Frequent visits from employers give students an inside look at the wide range of actuarial disciplines.

What classes do actuarial science majors take?

Your classes may cover topics like:   

• Calculus I, II, and III
• Micro- and macroeconomics
• 信息系统
• Actuarial communications
• Probability and statistics
• Financial mathematics
• Actuarial foundations of short-term coverages
• Contingent payment analysis

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