Professional Science, Actuarial Science Concentration, M.S.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Master of Science in Professional Science with a concentration in Actuarial Science requires

1. an earned bachelor’s 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;
2. basic competency in word processing, electronic mail, library retrieval systems, presentation graphics, spreadsheets, and databases;
3. appropriate undergraduate preparation for advanced study of actuarial science.

Application Procedure

All application materials are to be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies.

Applicant must

1. submit application with the appropriate application fee (online at www.mtsu.edu/graduate/apply.php). Once this initial application has been accepted, the applicant will receive directions on how to enter the graduate portal to be able to submit other materials.
2. submit official transcripts from all collegiate institutions attended;
3. submit three letters of reference to askgrad@mtsu.edu (or mail to College of Graduate Studies);
4. submit an official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) report. A composite GRE score of 286 is expected for consideration for unconditional admission.

Degree Requirements

The Master of Science in Professional Science with a concentration in Actuarial Science requires completion of 36 semester hours.

Curriculum: Professional Science, Actuarial Science

The following illustrates the minimum coursework requirements.