MSc in Actuarial Science, University of Connecticut

Students do well in this program if they come with bachelor’s degrees in mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, quantitative economics, or other related fields, and who want a career applying their already strong mathematical knowledge and skills to the understanding and solution of problems involving risk and the financing of risk. No prior knowledge of actuarial science, finance, or investing is required but the mathematics background is essential (see Admission). Students with extensive prior actuarial study may be better served going directly into their careers rather than into this degree program. While most students are recent graduates, we also welcome returning students who wish to upgrade their skills to enter a new career or advance with their current employers.;Actuarial Exams;In order to graduate with a master’s degree, two of the mathematics department’s preliminary Ph.D. qualifying examinations must be passed (administered each year in August and January). Alternatively, passing grades on two exams of the Society of Actuaries or the Casualty Actuarial Society provide a waiver to the department qualifying examinations and is the preferred method to meet this requirement.;Get more details;Visit official programme website