Actuarial Science and Risk Management

Actuarial Science at the University of Illinois

Actuarial Science mixes together the perfect blend of statistics, economics, finance, and risk management. This mixture is often in high demand among many different industries, and recruiters see those from the University of Illinois as even more attractive candidates than those from peer institutions.

Come join us in Actuarial Science at the University of Illinois!

60+ Years

An Established Program for Decades

Over 2800

Alumni Around The World

1 Of Only 15

Programs Ranging From Undergrad to PhD Degrees

~7%

Of All Actuarial Graduates Nationwide Annually

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Center of Actuarial Excellence

We have been named a Center of Actuarial Excellence by the Society of Actuaries (SOA), one of a few such programs in the U.S. to be so recognized. The designation is earned by meeting stringent requirements and qualifications regarding the quality of degree program and curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate levels, faculty composition, connections to industry, and research/scholarship.

Casualty Actuarial Soceiety (CAS) University Award

The Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) has also selected the University of Illinois twice as a winner of the prestigious University Award, recognizing its exemplary work in preparing students for a career in the property and casualty insurance industry. The university received an inaugural award from CAS in 2016 and again in 2020.

University-Earned Credit

The University of Illinois is one of several selected schools that offer a wide range of UEC courses. UEC credits assist with traditional SOA exams, guiding students to professional designations.

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Illinois Risk Lab

The Illinois Risk Lab is a research industry-academic collaboration hub, offering discovery-based learning experiences for students and showcasing state-of-the-art research in all areas of Risk Analysis and Advanced Analytics.

IRISK Lab