BS Actuarial Science

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the actuarial field is one of the fastest growing professions, consistently rated as one of the top five jobs in the U.S. based on income, job stability, demand and other factors. The actuarial field is unique, as it integrates mathematics, statistics, economics and finance, which gives actuaries a wide range of job opportunities. Actuaries must have good communication skills, high ethical standards and extensive academic training. Because their judgment is heavily relied upon, actuaries’ career paths often lead to upper management and executive positions. The Actuarial Sciences B.S. degree prepares students for work in the field and the professional examinations required. The two testing bodies in North America are the Society of Actuaries (SOA) and the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS). Many students complete one or more of these exams while completing this degree, and most students are able to obtain an Associateship within three to five years after graduation.