2016 SOA Exam Schedule (remaining)

Computer-based Testing

There are multiple testing windows for exams by computer-based testing (CBT) each year. In a limited number of localities outside the United States where CBT is not available, the exam will be offered by paper and pencil during specified sittings (see details below). - See more at Be An Actuary:  

Probability Exam (SOA Exam P): May be used to obtain Exam 1 credit with the CAS. The exam consists of three hours of multiple-choice questions. The purpose of this exam is to develop knowledge of probability. The application of these tools to problems encountered by actuaries is emphasized. A thorough command of calculus and probability topics is assumed. Additionally, a very basic knowledge of insurance and risk management is assumed. - See more at: http://www.beanactuary.com/exams/preliminary/?fa=preliminary-computer-ba...

Financial Mathematics Exam (SOA Exam FM): May be used to obtain Exam 2 credit with the CAS. The exam consists of three hours of multiple-choice questions. This exam covers interest theory (discrete and continuous) and an introduction to derivative securities. It assumes a basic knowledge of calculus and probability. - See more at: http://www.beanactuary.com/exams/preliminary/?fa=preliminary-computer-ba...

Models for Financial Economics Exam (SOA Exam MFE): May be used to obtain Exam 3F credit with the CAS. The exam consists of three hours of multiple-choice questions. This exam covers interest rate models, rational valuation of derivative securities, simulation, and financial risk management techniques.

SOA Models for Life Contingencies Exam (SOA Exam MLC): May be used to obtain Exam LC credit with the CAS. This exam is a four-hour multiple choice and written-answer exam. The syllabus develops the candidate's knowledge of the theoretical basis of contingent payment models and the application of those models to insurance and other financial risks. A thorough knowledge of calculus, probability and interest theory is assumed. Knowledge of risk management at the level of Exam P is also assumed.

Construction and Evaluation of Actuarial Models Exam (SOA Exam C): May be used to obtain Exam 4 credit with the CAS. The exam consists of three and a half hours of multiple choice questions. The syllabus provides an introduction to modeling and covers important actuarial methods that are useful in modeling. A thorough knowledge of calculus and probability is assumed. The candidate will be introduced to useful frequency and severity models beyond those covered in Financial Economics and Life Contingencies Exams. - See more at: http://www.beanactuary.com/exams/preliminary/?fa=preliminary-computer-ba...

2016 Computer-Based Testing (CBT) Schedule

There are multiple testing windows for exams by computer-based testing (CBT) each year. In a limited number of locations outside the United States where CBT is not available, the exam will be offered by paper and pencil during specified administrations (see details below).

Exam P, Probability

Exam P, Probability
  September November
CBT Dates 18-29 7-18
Registration Deadline Aug. 10 Oct.

 Exam FM, Financial Mathematics

List showing the Exam FM, Financial Mathematics
  October December
CBT Dates 15-26 8-19
Registration Deadline Sept. 7 Oct. 29

Exam MFE, Models for Financial Economics

Table showing Exam MFE, Models for Financial Economics
  November
CBT Dates 19-25
Registration Deadline October 8

Exam C, Construction and Evaluation of Actuarial Models

Table showing Exam C, Construction and Evaluation of Actuarial Models
  October  
CBT 8-14  
Registration Deadline Aug. 27  

2016 Exam MLC (on campus department-proctored exams)

Table showing 2016 Exam MLC (on campus department-proctored exams)
Exam MLC, Models for Life Contingency    
2016 October  
Registration Deadline 26-Sep  
CBT Dates 28-Oct

 Iowa Memorial Union- room to be announced.

Complete list of Computer-Based Testing Rules and Procedures

Graduates and Undergraduates:  If you have recently taken an SOA exam and have passed it you can apply for an Exam Award.