The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s undergraduate Actuarial Science program is widely recognized as one of the nation’s premier programs for students interested in risk management, insurance, finance, and data analytics. Combining rigorous coursework in mathematics, statistics, economics, and business with extensive preparation for professional actuarial exams, the program equips students with the analytical and technical skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.
As a Society of Actuaries (SOA) Center of Actuarial Excellence, Illinois offers students access to distinguished faculty, strong industry partnerships, experiential learning opportunities, and a global network of accomplished alumni. Graduates leave well prepared for careers in actuarial science, risk management, financial analytics, and related quantitative fields.
Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science
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Graduation with distinction will be awarded on the basis of overall performance, including grade-point average and the passing of professional actuarial exams.