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Actuarial Sciences (Graduate Certificate)

Program Summary

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Credits: 18 total

Degree: Graduate Certificate

College/School: College of Science

Start Date: 8/25/2025

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Program Description

The Actuarial Sciences Graduate Certificate is designed to serve students and professionals who are interested in pursuing careers as actuaries. The course content provides students with specific training related to the following exams administered by the Society of Actuaries (SOA):

  • Financial Mathematics Exam
  • Long-Term Actuarial Mathematics Exam
  • Short-Term Actuarial Mathematics Exam
  • Statistics for Risk Modeling Exam
  • Investment and Financial Markets Exam

Career Opportunities

Mason’s actuarial program is supported by a large number of local employers who maintain an interest in hiring graduates of this program.

Courses

Program requirements are subject to change; please refer to the George Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.

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Who should apply?

Students who are interested in a career as an actuary, or students interested in data science more generally.

Why choose George Mason?

Mason’s actuarial program includes the appropriate coursework, professors with industry experience, and a strong track record of placing students into the profession.

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Program Contact

Doug Eckley
Email: [email protected]

Program Website

Actuarial Sciences (Graduate Certificate)

Department Website

College of Science