BSc (Honors) in Actuarial Science in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University

The Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science provides bachelor's degree programs in both statistics and actuarial studies. The statistics curriculum equips students with skills to address challenges across diverse industries, focusing on practical applications and hands-on training with contemporary data analysis tools. Graduating with a statistics degree positions you to tackle complex datasets and drive informed decision-making. The actuarial science track offers a solid foundation for entering the actuarial profession, with coursework aligned to the standards of leading actuarial organizations to ensure exam readiness. An actuarial science degree opens doors to a fulfilling career path with strong growth potential. Exceptional undergraduates in either major can pursue honors degrees through the department. Statistics or actuarial students become eligible for honors consideration after their second year if they maintain a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA and achieve at least a 3.50 GPA in all STAT/ACSC coursework.