
Program Overview
What should I major in if I am considering Pre-Actuarial Science? Popular majors include:
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Course Examples
Course Examples
Studying Pre-Actuarial Science at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, you are able to choose your major and courses based on your interest and career goals. Here are examples of common classes taken by a Pre-Actuarial Science student.
- MCS-121 Calculus I
- MCS-150 Discrete Mathematics
- MCS-142 Introduction to Statistical Methods
- E/M-370 Managerial Finance

What career paths are common after pursuing Pre-Actuarial Science at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ?
What career paths are common after pursuing Pre-Actuarial Science at Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ?
A degree from Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ provides you with the foundation you need to specialize in certain areas after completing graduate school. Here are examples of what Gustie alumni pursue:
- Environmental Finance
- Banking and Financial Services
- Health and Retirement Financing
- Investments and Fund Management
- Predictive Analytics
$127,580 Average salary 5 years post graduation
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After Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ
After Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ
Gusties who pursue Pre-Actuarial Science are prepared for a variety of different jobs and graduate programs at some of the best programs in the country. Here’s where some of our recent grads have landed in school and where they work afterwards:
- Traveler's Insurance
- Optum
- Securian

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