For a general overview of the Actuarial Science major, view the PowerPoint presentation from our Fall 2008 meeting.
The History of Our Program
What classes do I need for an Actuarial Science major?
The History of Our Program
To learn about the history of our program, click on the articles below:
The Actuarial Program at Pennsylvania State University
Actuaries Job Statistically the Best
What classes do I need for an Actuarial Science major?
Check out the online PSU Blue Book for the course requirements.
For Actuarial Science majors (through Smeal), look at the sample semester schedule for an idea of when to take classes.
For math majors (Actuarial Science option), refer to this sample semester schedule.
For both majors, it is important that you incorporate as many VEE classes (see below) as you can. The math major is less "demanding" as far as the number of credits per semester is concerned. Math majors typically minor in Statistics. Other popular minors for math majors are Economics and Business/Liberal Arts. Some ways to decrease the number of credits you must take per semester are AP credits and the 3-6-9 Gen Eds option. You may also check this page to help you decide whether to skip or repeat Math 140 and Math 141. See your advisor for more details.