Program Overview
The Professional Science (Actuarial Sciences Concentration) at Middle Tennessee State University 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 Professional Science (Actuarial Sciences Concentration) 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
- Tuition: USD 1,266 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 501 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Murfreesboro, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Science (Actuarial Sciences Concentration) programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- ACTG 6100 - Accounting and Legal Issues for Managers 3 credit hours
- BCED 6820 - Managerial Communication 3 credit hours
- BCED 6910 - Internship Program 3 credit hours
- MGMT 6740 - Leadership and Motivation 3 credit hours
- STAT 5140 - Probabilistic and Statistical Reasoning 3 credit hours
- ACSI 6020 - Construction and Evaluation of Actuarial Models 3 credit hours
- ACSI 6030 - Actuarial Models for Life Contingencies 3 credit hours
- ACSI 6040 - Actuarial Models for Financial Economics 3 credit hours
- ACSI 5220 - Mathematics of Corporation Finance 3 credit hours
- ACSI 5230 - Mathematics of Compound Interest 3 credit hours
- ACSI 5240 - Mathematics of Interest Theory, Economics, and Finance 3 credit hours
- ACSI 5330 - Actuarial Mathematics I 3 credit hours
- ACSI 5630 - Mathematics of Risk Management 3 credit hours
- ACSI 5640 - Mathematics of Options, Futures, and Other Derivatives 3 credit hours
- ACSI 6010 - Credibility Theory and Loss Distributions 3 credit hours
- ACSI 6600 - Problems in Actuarial Science 1 to 6 credit hours
- ECON 6060 - Econometrics I 3 credit hours
- ECON 6070 - Econometrics II 3 credit hours
- STAT 5200 - Statistical Methods for Forecasting 3 credit hours
- STAT 6160 - Advanced Mathematical Statistics I 3 credit hours
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- an earned bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an accredited university or college with a course in Multivariate Calculus (MATH 3110 or the equivalent) with a grade of C (2.00) or better and a course in Linear Algebra (MATH 2010 or equivalent) with a grade of C (2.00) or better;
- basic competency in word processing, electronic mail, library retrieval systems, presentation graphics, spreadsheets, and databases;
- appropriate undergraduate preparation for advanced study of actuarial sciences.
- submit application with the appropriate application fee (online at www.mtsu.edu/graduate/apply.php);
- submit official transcripts from all collegiate institutions attended;
- submit three letters of reference;
- submit an official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) report. A composite GRE score of 286 (current scale) or 900 (former scale) is expected for consideration for unconditional admission.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,266 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 501 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,266 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 501 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Middle Tennessee State University 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 Middle Tennessee State University
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, United States
Middle Tennessee State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months