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Home to the second oldest actuarial program in the country, you can choose between statistics, actuarial science, and data science. Many of our students double or even triple major in their interests.

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Study statistics and actuarial science at Iowa, where innovative research, dedicated faculty, and a vibrant academic community will help you succeed.

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Whether you aspire to be a data analyst, consultant, statistician, or other professional, our program will prepare you for your next step.

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$80,000

Starting annual median salary for Actuarial Science graduates

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1913

Actuarial courses have been taught at Iowa every year since then.

302

Undergraduate students

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76

graduate students

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News and announcements

CLAS students participate in second annual Hawkeye Datathon hosted by statistics and actuarial science

Monday, February 10, 2025
Students participated in the week-long event, undergoing unique practical training that will prepare them for a career in data science.

Act Sci Club Board Jan 2025

Thursday, January 23, 2025

Events

Hao Chen - Colloquium Speaker

Thursday, February 13, 2025 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Virtual
Hao Chen - Colloquium Speaker

Abhi Datta - Colloquium Speaker

Thursday, February 20, 2025 3:15pm to 4:30pm
Virtual
Abhi Datta - Colloquium Speaker

Jae-Kwang Kim - Colloquium Speaker

Thursday, February 27, 2025 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Schaeffer Hall
Jae-Kwang Kim - Colloquium Speaker

Mena Whalen - Colloquium Speaker

Thursday, March 6, 2025 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Schaeffer Hall
Mena Whalen - Colloquium Speaker
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