If you have a talent for numbers and a desire to work in business, a career as an actuary may be for you. Consistently rated as one of the best jobs in America, an actuary uses mathematical models and analytic skills to assess financial security and quantify risk. Wartburg’s rigorous program—grounded in economics, finance, and mathematics—prepares students for a successful career in the world of risk management.

Housed in the Department of Mathematics, Computer Science & Physics, the actuarial science program prepares students to pass the initial certification exams before they graduate. More than that, Wartburg students also graduate equipped with the communication skills needed to become leaders in the field and the public face of the company they represent. In addition to classroom work, our students gain real-world experience at internships in a variety of fields, allowing them to better explore their interests and attain successful careers in a growing industry.