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Actuarial Science Schools in Iowa

99 students earned Actuarial Science degrees in Iowa in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Actuarial Science is the 16th most popular major in the state out of a total 67 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Actuarial Science Majors in Iowa

Actuarial Science majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 88
Master’s Degree 10
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, a actuarial science major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of actuarial science majors in Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.1%
  • Black or African American: 1.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.0%
  • White: 67.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 19.2%
  • Other Races: 4.0%
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Jobs for Actuarial Science Grads in Iowa

There are 3,490 people in the state and 201,030 people in the nation working in actuarial science jobs.

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Wages for Actuarial Science Jobs in Iowa

A typical salary for a actuarial science grad in the state is $107,390, compared to a typical salary of $103,330 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Iowa that offer actuarial science degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Drake University

Des Moines
44 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
4,774 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $29,903. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 67% are considered full time.

#2

University of Iowa

Iowa City
30 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
30,318 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 87% get financial aid. The student loan default rate of 2.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 86% are considered full time.

#3

Dordt University

Sioux Center
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
1,662 Total Students

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.30%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $41,889 a year.

#4

Wartburg College

Waverly
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
1,563 Total Students

98% of students get financical aid. An average student at Wartburg will pay a net price of $22,765. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
1,120 Total Students

The average student takes 4.07 years to complete their degree at Central. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $21,099. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
31,822 Total Students

The average student takes 4.41 years to complete their degree at Iowa State. In their early career, Iowa State grads earn an average salary of $48,810. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 93% of students receive it.

#5

Mount Mercy University

Cedar Rapids
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
1,705 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. This private school has an average net price of $22,668. Most students complete their degree in 4.22 years.

#5

Simpson College

Indianola
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
1,267 Total Students

In their early career, Simpson College grads earn an average salary of $43,356. It takes the average student 4.03 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

#9

Northwestern College

Orange City
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
1,496 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $22,410. 100% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.80%.

#10

Cornell College

Mount Vernon
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
1,002 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.30% which is lower than average. This private school has an average net price of $23,694. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Actuarial Science Careers in IA

Some of the careers actuarial science majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Insurance Underwriters 3% $67,020

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to actuarial science.

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Other Management Sciences & Methods 375
Management Science 40

View all majors related to Actuarial Science

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