Actuarial Mathematics, B.S.
School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences
Program Overview
As a student in the actuarial mathematics program, you will master mathematical theory and apply your knowledge to solve real problems in the actuarial industry. Actuaries play a key role in insurance companies, financial institutions, and government agencies. This program provides training for students who want to work as actuaries, and includes instruction in the basic mathematics that underlie the operations of private and social insurance and employee benefit plans.
Major Details
The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2025–26 academic year per the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.
Major Requirements (73 Credits)
NYSED Program Code: 34143
A student exempt, without credit, from a course may not take the course later for credit except with permission of the chair.
The department chair, with the approval of the chair of the department’s undergraduate curriculum committee, may allow substitutions for one or more of these requirements consistent with the educational goals of the program.
- Mathematics 1006 and one of Mathematics 1011 or 1012. Completion of some or all of these courses may be waived conditional on the outcome of appropriate placement exams.
- Mathematics 1201, 1206, and 2201. Transfer students may also need to take Mathematics 1211; see Mathematics Department chair.
- Mathematics 2001, 2101, and 4201
- Computer and Information Science 1115 or 1215
- Accounting 2001
- All of the following: Mathematics 2206, 2601, 3501, 4501, and 4601
- Two of the following: Mathematics 3801, 3802, or 4506
- All of the following: Business 2100 or Economics 2100; Business 2200 or Economics 2200; and Finance 3310
Additional Requirements
Candidates for a B.S. degree with a major in actuarial mathematics must complete at least 60 credits in science and mathematics; 34 of these 60 credits must be completed in advanced courses in the Mathematics Department. 24 of these credits (not including Mathematics 2001, 2101, and 2201) must be completed at Brooklyn College with a grade of C- or higher in each course.
The following courses may be applied toward the 60 credits in science and mathematics:
- All courses in the departments of Biology, Chemistry, Computer and Information Science, Earth and Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology. Courses marked with a “#” in the Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences.
- Anthropology 2200, 3199, 3230, 3240, 3250, 3260, 3265, 3266, 3425, 3440, 3470, 4665
- Economics 3400, 4410, 3410, 4422
- Philosophy 3203, 3204, 3231, 3232, 3422, 3423, 3601, 3605, 3610
- Sociology 2701
Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental mathematical subjects, including calculus and linear algebra, as well as advanced topics, including real analysis, probability and statistics, and their applications within actuarial mathematics.
- Understand the significance of central mathematical theorems and their applications, and explore the consequences of a general mathematical result in concrete situations.
- Develop abstract mathematical thinking and demonstrate an ability to validate mathematical statements.
- Be able to apply mathematical reasoning to formulate and solve problems of relevance to actuarial mathematics.
- Communicate effectively mathematical, statistical and actuarial concepts, both orally and in writing.
Degree Maps
To help you pursue your studies in the most efficient manner, and to maximize your efforts to graduate in four years, Brooklyn College has created four-year degree maps for all its majors.
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The Support You’ll Find
Brooklyn College is an integral part of the cultural and artistic energy of New York City. Our faculty members in the Department of Mathematics offer incomparable expertise and tremendous talent, and each brings a unique perspective to their teaching and mentoring in and out of the classroom.
Internships and Employers
Through job fairs, the internship database, and internship panels, the Magner Career Center gives students in the actuarial mathematics B.S. program access to career opportunities at a wide variety of employers, including:
- Aetna
- AIG
- Chubb
- Equitable
- Guardian Life
- JPMorgan Chase
- Mercer
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
- RIF Consulting
- WTW
- Zurich North American
