Overview

Professional actuaries use analytical/math skills, business knowledge, and understanding of human behavior to evaluate ways to predict future outcomes.

It is one of the top-ranked jobs and a well-compensated business profession not only nationally but also internationally. Actuaries work in the insurance industry as well as for consulting companies, financial institutions, government, labor unions, etc. Join the Actuarial Science degree at Arcadia University to learn more.

What to Expect

Society of Actuaries UCAP Advanced Status: Arcadia University’s Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science provides course coverage for four SOA preliminary exams (Probability, Financial Math, Short Term Actuarial Mathematics, Statistics for Risk Modeling) and approved courses for all Validation by Educational Experience (VEE) topic areas through the Society of Actuaries. Being a UCAP Advanced Status program provides Arcadia’s students with extra benefits like exam fee reimbursements and free study materials for some students.

Flexibility: Students who decide not to pursue the actuarial exam track can pursue related fields such as statistical programming, teaching and accounting. The Actuarial Science program offers a variety of courses, majors and minors that compliment each person’s individual interests. Our faculty are dedicated to helping students find non-exam track positions in actuarial and insurance firms, as well as related fields.

Professional Faculty: Arcadia’s Actuarial Science faculty stem from diverse professional and academic backgrounds including an FSA Certified actuary with over 25 years of experience in the industry, as well as professors with PhDs in statistics and actuarial science. The Actuarial Science program works closely with an advisory board of local practicing actuaries to connect students with the professional world.

Career Opportunities: There is a high demand for Arcadia graduates by local firms. Recent graduates were hired at Aon, WTW, Illumifin, MunichRe, Independence Blue Cross, TransAmerica, Penn Mutual Insurance. Arcadia hosts an annual Actuarial Science Career Fair that is focused solely on job opportunities in the Actuarial Science field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Calculus

Linear Algebra

Writing Mathematics: A Transition to Higher Mathematics

Probability

Mathematical Statistics

Statistics for Risk Modeling

Investments

Financial Mathematics

Actuarial Seminar

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

national students: There is no deadline to apply, but they encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glenside, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

In addition to an application, letter of recommendation, and portfolio review or acting audition (if applicable), international applicants must submit the following, based on their profile.

Transcripts: Submit the original or certified true copy of your secondary school transcript with a literal translation in English performed by a licensed translator and signed in ink.

Test Scores: SAT/ACT scores are optional for F-1 high school students in the U.S. Other applicants should submit either SAT/ACT scores or proof of English language proficiency.

You may also be required to submit:

Official secondary school leaving certificate or diploma.

Official comprehensive national examinations (such as GCE, SSSCE, and CXC exams).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

49980 USD / year

≈ 49980 USD / year
Out-of-State

49980 USD / year

≈ 49980 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

49980 USD / year

≈ 49980 USD / year

Living costs

Glenside

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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