Bachelor of Science - Mathematics - Actuarial Science

The Actuarial Science concentration is a good fit for students who like to apply mathematics to solve real-world problems in business, insurance, finance, and government settings. An actuary:

Actuaries work in some of the world’s largest corporations such as Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna/CVS, State Farm, Humana, UnitedHealth, Milliman, AIG, Liberty Mutual, Willis Towers Watson, Prudential, U.S. Department of Defense, Tennessee Department of Treasury (TCRS), and banks and financial companies.

The APSU Actuarial Science concentration is recognized by SOA as a UCAP-AC program (Universities and Colleges with Actuarial Programs: Advanced Curriculum). The program is one of only two programs in Tennessee to receive this highly sought recognition. A few Tennessee colleges and universities cover the first two preliminary actuarial exams, but APSU covers at least 5 actuarial exams.

This program is known for its small class sizes and the one-on-one attention professors are able to give students. The professors work closely with students to achieve their goals, secure scholarships, pass exams, obtain internships, and interview for jobs at graduation. Professors have developed many industry relationships and contacts that benefit students looking for internships or employment. APSU provides exam preparation materials in the library, and often have funds to reimburse exam fees for full-time students passing exams. All students complete a capstone project in their senior year with a faculty mentor. Additionally, faculty may offer students opportunities to work with them on research projects and attend actuarial science conferences.