Program Overview
The Actuarial Science at University of Connecticut is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of mathematics & statistics. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Actuarial Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 16,906 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,398 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Storrs, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Actuarial Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Financial Math I Theory of interest
- Financial Math II Theory of Corporate Finance
- Advanced Financial Math Stochastic Finance
- Actuarial Math
- Survival Models
- Risk Theory
- Advanced Topics in Actuarial Math I Model Construction
- Advanced Topics in Actuarial Math II Credibility Theory
- Yield Curve Models
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
Undergraduate Degree
You must hold a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university.
We do not consider 3 year bachelors degrees from India, Canada, or Australia to be equivalent to a US bachelors degree. However, additional graduate level course work after earning a 3 year bachelors degree maybe considered for equivalency.
Official Transcripts
You must submit all applicable, official transcripts (undergraduate & graduate).
Your transcript(s) must meet the following criteria:
- A cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 for your entire undergraduate career or
- A grade-point average of at least 3.0 for your last two undergraduate years or
- Exceptional work in your entire final undergraduate career (3.5 or better) or
- Graduate work with a minimum grade-point average of 3.0 or better
Graduate Test Scores
Many programs require submission of the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
Some programs require specific GRE Subject Tests.
Business programs require the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,906 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,398 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,906 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,398 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Connecticut directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Connecticut
University of Connecticut
Storrs, United States
public research university in Storrs, Connecticut, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
