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Actuarial Science focuses on assessing and managing risks, particularly for insurers and retirement funds. The program blends advanced mathematics with practical business training to equip aspiring actuaries. It also helps students prepare for the initial four certification exams administered by the Society of Actuaries and the Casualty Actuarial Society. Additionally, the coursework fulfills the three VEE requirements in Economics, Finance, and Applied Statistical Methods.
NYU Stern provides a STEM-designated Bachelor of Science degree that merges top-tier business instruction with liberal arts studies. This dual approach equips tomorrow's business professionals with the knowledge, capabilities, and critical thinking needed to thrive in evolving markets. The program highlights international outlooks, ethical practices, corporate accountability, and communication abilities. Courses are led by distinguished professors and renowned business experts from New York and worldwide.
Stern undergraduates can select electives throughout NYU to expand their academic horizons. They may opt for a minor or secondary major in Arts & Science disciplines like psychology or fine arts, or pursue minors at Steinhardt, Tisch, Tandon, or Silver. Students can also enroll in Stern's interdisciplinary minors, offered jointly with Arts & Science, Steinhardt, Tisch, and Wagner. The school additionally provides extensive global study options, including semester exchanges and intensive international programs.