ACTUARIAL SCIENCE CONCENTRATION

Develop an

in-demand skillset

WHY CHOOSE MATHEMATICS WITH AN

ACTUARIAL SCIENCE CONCENTRATION?

In USJ’s Mathematics program, students pursuing a

concentration in Actuarial Science cultivate strong

analytical, logical, and problem-solving skills. Following the

recommendations of the Society of Actuaries (SOA) and

the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS), USJ’s curriculum

prepares students to pass the first two actuarial exams

administered by the organizations prior to graduation.

Students’ coursework also satisfies Validation by

Educational Experience (VEE) requirements in Economics

and Corporate Finance.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

With an education rooted in the latest actuarial science

practices, students become valuable candidates in a

competitive market. Their degree brings together mathematics,

statistics, computer science, economics, and finance, ensuring

they can serve in numerous settings, including:

Local internship

opportunities

Preparation for

a successful career

WITH A B.S., MATHEMATICS

» Insurance

» Private Corporations

» Consultation Agencies

» Government Organizations

» Banks and Investment Firms

» Public Accounting Firms

West Hartford, CT

Portland 204 miles

Concord 154 miles

Boston 104 miles

Providence 76 miles

New York 124 miles

ACADEMIC DISTINCTIVENESS

The actuarial profession is one of the most respected,

well-compensated and rewarding fields today. It is consistently

rated as one of the best jobs in America based on factors such as job

environment, salary, employment outlook, stress level and growth

opportunities. The Actuarial Science program at the University of

Saint Joseph will give you the knowledge and skills necessary to

meeting the demands of an actuarial career.

» Prepare to pass two actuarial exams prior to graduation

» Stand out as a candidate for summer internships

» Be trained in mathematics, statistics, economics and finance to solve

problems involving long-term financial impacts on future events

» Actuaries are in high demand and are most commonly employed in

the insurance, financial services and health care industries, as well as

in government agencies

LOCATION AND CAMPUS FEATURES

» 90-acre campus in West Hartford, CT

Located minutes from Blue Back Square — a vibrant

shopping and dining district midway between

Boston and New York City

» The O’Connell Athletic Center

Houses a pool, indoor track, athletic training

room, and newly-renovated fitness center

» Art Museum, USJ

With more than 2,000 transformative

art displays, ours is one of the most

sought-after campus museums in Connecticut

» Autorino Center for the Arts and Humanities

An award-winning arts center that features first-class

performances in the beautiful Hoffman Auditorium