<p>or do you need to take another major</p>
<p>i know there's a test (according to another thread) that you need to pass after your undergrad four years</p>
<p>I have an answer for you in my Actuarial major and career Q&A topic!</p>
<p>You can major in anything and be an actuary. All you need to do is pass a series of actuarial exams (used to be 10, not sure how many now). Sure, a math background will help you enormously, but it is not a requirement.</p>
<p>Hi Nyorker. This question usually comes up sometimes and the truth is that there is not many college programs out there that prepare you specifically to become an actuary. Certainly a business administration major does not give you the technical background and a math major does not give you the business background. I go to college at Drexel University in Philadelphia and we have a specialized major called Business and Engineering.</p>
<p>The major is in the business college and very rigorous with a virtually built in math minor. For example, we are required to take four calculus classes, two calculus bases statistical inference classes, linear algebra, three calculus based physics classes, several calculus based operations management and statistics calsses, some mathematical finance, and a few classes that focus on computer programming. All at the same time you get a strong foundation in accounting, economics, finance, business law, operations management, and marketing. You can choose to concentrate in a specific field. If you are looking to become an actuary than I would do a BS Business and Engineering in Economics and Finance.</p>
<p>I can assure you this is the best degree on the East Coast if you are serious about becoming an actuary. I will warn you that the degree is harder than both a math major and business major and many end up dropping out since most of the program is intertwined with Drexel's demanding engineering program. Drexel has a co-op program which will allow you to get three six month long internships at different companies for a five-year program. I've known many that landed top finance, economic, and risk management internships that helped them land a very high paying job after college.</p>
<p>I hope this helps and feel free to reply or PM me if you'd like more info on Drexel. Right now I'm a third year student in this major and having a great time.</p>
<p>NyOrker, you might find this link to be very helpful:</p>
<p>Be</a> An Actuary - Preparing for an Actuarial Career While in College</p>