The work of an actuary typically involves analyzing the various contingencies (birth, death, marriage, retirement, sickness, and losses due to accidents or negligence), which face society, and their impact on the many types of financial security arrangements, both public and private. A creative aspect of actuarial work lies in the forecasting of events. Actuaries are frequently called upon to make decisions that affect the fiscal soundness of financial security programs well into the future. Quality actuaries are in high demand resulting in a high job placement rate and high starting salaries.

NEBRASKA POINTS OF DISTINCTION

• Consistently ranked as one of the best programs in the nation
• Joint program between the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Business Administration
• One of the few complete actuarial science programs in the U.S.
• Many employers visit the campus to recruit top students
• Full time actuarial science professors
• One of the few campuses with a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) on its faculty
• Use of the most current material published by the Society of Actuaries prepares students for the professional actuarial examinations
• Learn the practical applications of math based problems from professors with experience in the insurance industry
• Actuarial Science Club adds an extra dimension to the course work and provides an opportunity to hear national experts speak on actuarial topics.

The actuarial science program is designed to prepare students for the current industry demands. Because industry demands change on a regular basis, the number of hours, the sequencing of courses, and the specific requirements may change for this major to correspond with the industry changes. Students wishing to pursue a major in Actuarial Science should consult with an academic advisor each semester to stay current with curriculum changes and discuss their course of study.

Detail regarding UNL's Actuarial Science Program is available at http://www.cba.unl.edu/academics/actuarial/