Actuarial Science at Boston University
If you plan to study Actuarial Science, take a look at what Boston University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Boston University is in Boston, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 19 actuarial science degrees were granted at Boston University.
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Studying Online at Boston University
Many students take online classes at Boston University. Among 37,737 students, 5,423 (14%) studied exclusively online and 1,354 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Actuarial Science Rankings at Boston University
These rankings give you a sense of how Boston University’s Actuarial Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1 of 39 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 80 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Actuarial Science graduates at Boston University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Actuarial Science graduates at Boston University are 32% women (6) and 68% men (13).
Actuarial Science Master’s Program at Boston University
Among the 19 master’s actuarial science degrees awarded at Boston University, 32% were women (6) and 68% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Actuarial Science master’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 16 |
Minority students account for 16% of Actuarial Science master’s degree recipients at Boston University, above the national average of 12%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Actuarial Science Graduates
Those who complete Actuarial Science program at Boston University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Actuarial Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Insurance Underwriters | $129,939 |
| Financial Risk Specialists | $127,364 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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