Mathematics - Actuarial Science Emphasis (B.S.)

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Sample Degree Plan

Program Summary

The Mathematics with Actuarial Science Emphasis major is designed to prepare students to work in risk analysis for large corporations, government agencies, and insurance companies. Students are prepared through coursework to be able to pass two or more exams from the Society of Actuaries. As is typical in this field, they can be employed after graduation while they continue to study for and pass all exams necessary to become fully-credentialed actuaries. Talented majors with this emphasis can often find employment directly after graduation without passing actuarial exams.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Use standard mathematical techniques to solve computational problems.
• Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental mathematical concepts and results in the core content areas.
• Use content knowledge to solve applied and real-world mathematical problems.
• Communicate mathematics effectively using proper notation and terminology.
• Use logical reasoning to construct clear and concise mathematical proofs.

Program Information

• All courses must be passed with a “C” (2.0) or better to be counted in the major.

Program Prerequisites

The Department of Mathematics strongly recommends that students complete the following courses as part of their General Education , as they are prerequisites for required major courses and/or requirements for graduation. Students who do not complete these courses as part of General Education can potentially add additional credits and time to their degree. These courses may or may not need to be taken before starting any major courses; consult a Student Success Advisor for details.

• ECON 2010 - Principles of Microeconomics  (can be used to fulfill General Education Social and Behavioral Sciences Knowledge Area)
• MATH 1210 - Calculus I * (can be used to fulfill General Education Quantitative Literacy)
• RECOMMENDED: PHYS 2210 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers I  & PHYS 2215 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Lab  (can be used to fulfill General Education Physical Sciences Knowledge Area)

* Note: Students who are not prepared for this math course may need additional math credits/preparation. Please consult your Student Success Advisor for more information.