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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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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.

289

Undergraduate students

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68

graduate students

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News and announcements

Learn about tutoring and help at the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science

Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Looking for help with some of our courses? Check out these resources!

CLAS faculty members recognized by students for their commitment to student success

Tuesday, September 3, 2024
By Emily Delgado Dozens of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences faculty and staff were recognized as having pivotal roles in shaping the success of the 2024 graduating class. Graduating students identified UI employees who made a difference in their lives in and out of the classroom. The faculty and staff were identified by the UI Senior Exit Survey, and those who are mentioned by five or more students are listed in bold. Hear from several faculty members across the college about receiving this recognition and why they’re committed to helping their students reach their academic and career goals.

New Associates of the Society of Actuaries, August 2024

Friday, August 30, 2024
Congratulations New Associates! Tenghe Li (MS 2016), Guy Renquist (BBA, BS 2023) and Jiacheng Wang (MS 2018)

Events

Martin Klein (Athene) Presentation

Thursday, September 12, 2024 4:30pm to 5:20pm
Schaeffer Hall
Martin Klein (Athene) Presentation

Pomerantz Career Center Presentation

Monday, September 16, 2024 5:30pm to 6:20pm
Schaeffer Hall
Pomerantz Career Center Presentation

Actuarial Science, Insurance, and Risk Management Career Fair

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Employers are seeking to fill underwriting and actuary internships and full time roles.

Mengxiao Zhang - Colloquium Speaker

Thursday, September 19, 2024 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Schaeffer Hall
Mengxiao Zhang - Colloquium Speaker
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