<p>I was wondering if it was possible to get a bachelor's in EE and then try to take the actuarial exams with studying and practicing. If I happened to pass one or two actuarial exams, would I be able to get a job as an actuary or would my degree limit me to only EE or a related engineering discipline? I read on the UT website for actuarial science that it is possible to become an actuary with an EE degree. Here is the link: Actuarial</a> Studies
This is what it said: Actuarial employers have hired students from the actuarial program that majored in such diverse fields as Computer Science, Psychology, Electrical Engineering, German, Botany, Music, Physics, and Art History.</p>
<p>If I was to do this, would I just need to take the extra classes along with the EE curriculum or would I have to major in statistics or something related to actuarial science rather than EE? Also, would this be too hard to do as in workload and will it take around 5 years?</p>
<p>Any advice/information is appreciated. Thanks.</p>
<p>From what I know, you can be an actuary with any degree. Although a math degree would help. The exams are for after you’ve are working as an actuary. From what I hear, they are really difficult and there’s several levels of exams that weed people out. If you can pass of them, you’ll be making the big bucks. But actuary is a really tough and stressful job.</p>
<p>The exams are not for when you get out and working as an actuary. At least not the first couple. Many firms require an exam or two to be passed in order to qualify for a job or an internship. Of course most of the exams are after you are on the job. Companies pay you to study a certain number of hours and give all kinds of support to ensure your success. That said, the exams are still nasty and many fail them. </p>
<p>It is entirely possible to become an actuary with an EE degree, just as the website states. If I were you, I would be sure to add those classes which gear and train you to pass exams. Go by James Daniel’s office sometime and talk with him about your plans. Also too, there is an actuarial club with various activities and lectures from guests about the field. It may be beneficial to you as well.</p>