Pre-Actuarial SciencePre-Professional Program
Why study Pre-Actuarial Science at Gustavus?
Actuarial science revolves around managing risk in various financial sectors, including insurance, retirement planning, and economic forecasting. Actuaries play a crucial role in analyzing and predicting future events using an expertise in probability, statistics, and business knowledge. Through assessing and mitigating financial risks, Actuaries ensure the stability and security of organizations.
At Gustavus, you will have a faculty advisor from the Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics Department who assists you in selecting courses and professional experiences to build a solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, and economics to develop a strong analytical mindset, coupled with a deep understanding of human behavior.
Course Examples
Studying Pre-Actuarial Science at Gustavus, 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-121Calculus I
- MCS-150Discrete Mathematics
- MCS-142Introduction to Statistical Methods
- E/M-370Managerial Finance
- E/M-388Econometrics
What career paths are common after pursuing Pre-Actuarial Science at Gustavus?
A degree from Gustavus 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