Why study Actuarial Science at Washburn?
If you want to use your love of numbers to help predict and understand risk, the only Society of Actuaries-recognized undergraduate degree in Kansas is for you. If you know you want to work as an actuary, there’s no better program in the state to prepare you for the required exams. Our curriculum will enable you to sit for the first two exams before graduation. Graduate career-ready with preparation and work experience through our extensive internship program that may result in full-time job placement.
What sets Actuarial Science at Washburn apart?
- The Actuarial Science specialization at Washburn is the only one in Kansas recognized by the Society of Actuaries for its rigorous preparation of students.
- You’ll learn from faculty, not graduate students, in small classes that allow you to develop your skills and begin to build your professional network.
- Scholarships are available for incoming, transferring, and continuing students.
- Students who successfully complete necessary courses can work as paid tutors for the department, or as private tutors.
- Find community with math majors through student clubs and department study lounge in Morgan 252.
Admissions scholarships
Washburn University offers generous scholarships based on your interests, career aspirations, community service and academic success.Math department scholarships
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers a limited number of competitive, merit-based scholarships for qualified students majoring in a mathematics, including incoming freshmen and transfer students. Applications are due early in the spring.- Admissions scholarshipsAdmissions scholarships
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Tuition and fees
Courses in this program are offered at the Traditional Undergraduate and Traditional Online Undergraduate rates.Financial aid
Washburn University offers generous undergraduate financial aid, including scholarships and grants.Tuition waivers
If you don’t currently live in Kansas, learn about our Tuition Waiver programs that may qualify you for in-state tuition.- Tuition and feesTuition and fees
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Degree options
As a math major with actuarial science specialization, you will be able to choose (with help from your advisor, of course!) whether a bachelor of arts or a bachelor of science fits your goals best.
While the core mathematics courses are the same, the specific degree requirements vary. A bachelor of science in mathematics requires a 30-hour concentration from the natural sciences: biology, chemistry, physics & astronomy, or computer information science. A bachelor of arts requires modern language study and more hours from the humanities and social sciences.
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Learning pathway
Meet alum Brian Oxendine
"Washburn University's Actuarial Science program provided the opportunities I needed to position myself higher than actuarial students coming out of other universities. The program provided classes that prepared me for great success in the preliminary exams, helping me pass several exams before graduation. If I hadn't decided to go to Washburn for Actuarial Science, I don't think I would've had half the success I've had in this field."
- Brian Oxendine, '14, ASA designated actuary
Set for Success
Common internship sites
SE2
Security Benefit
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Kansas
Student/faculty ratio
20:1
Qualities for success
Inquisitive and energized by challenges
Collaborative
Critical thinkers
Detail oriented
Program cost
Courses in this program are offered at the Traditional Undergraduate rates. Students in this program are eligible for scholarships and financial aid.
GET IN TOUCH WITH Department of Mathematics & Statistics
Department of Mathematics & Statistics
Morgan Hall, Room 250
1700 SW College Ave.
Topeka, KS 66621
Phone & Email
Phone: 785.670.1491
math@washburn.edu
