Mathematics, Actuarial Science Track (BS)

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Actuarial science is the application of mathematics and statistics to the study of risk management. This program track is designed to prepare students for the first two exams offered by the Society of Actuaries/Casualty Actuarial Society.

Mathematics Core

These courses are taken by students in all tracks of the mathematics major.

MA - 121 Calculus I Credits: 3
MA - 122 Calculus II Credits: 3
MA - 222 Statistical Analysis using R Credits: 3
MA - 223 Calculus III Credits: 3
MA - 224 Calculus IV Credits: 3
MA - 231 Discrete Mathematics Credits: 3
MA - 243 Differential Equations Credits: 3
MA - 301 Probability Theory Credits: 3
MA - 331 Linear Algebra Credits: 3
MA - 453 Senior Coordinating Seminar Credits: 3
CS - 115 Introduction to Python Credits: 4
One of the following:
MA - 445 Advanced Calculus Credits: 3
MA - 471 Abstract Algebra Credits: 3

Actuarial Science Courses

MA - 311 Actuarial Mathematics Credits: 3
MA - 312 Financial Mathematics Credits: 3
CS - 260 Databases & Data Visualization Credits: 3
EC - 209 Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: 3
EC - 210 Principles of Microeconomics Credits: 3