Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics - Actuarial Science

Complex problem-solving is at the heart of our program. As a math major, you’ll learn how to manipulate numbers and apply mathematical principles to real-world challenges. Guided by our expert faculty, you’ll develop the skills to evaluate data, recognize patterns, and use logic and creativity to devise your own approach to difficult problems. Located only steps away from Boston’s Financial District and close to major tech giants in Cambridge, our program also provides students with direct access to prestigious employers for internship and employment opportunities. These resume-building experiences will grow your network and prepare you to succeed professionally or in graduate school.Students in our mathematics program will:Use logical reasoning to draw inferences from a given set of premises and apply mathematical principles to formulate solutionsWrite precise mathematical proofs to validate resultsLearn to leverage computational and visualization tools – including software programs like Wolfram Mathematica, MATLAB, and Maple – to strengthen comprehension and problem-solving skillsResearch expository articles and present on topics related to course curriculumExpand abstract thinking skills, identifying universality from different phenomena or situationsUtilize R programming language to complete statistical analyses of student survey dataLearn the theory and practical skills of mathematics, statistics, finance, and economics to pursue a variety of careers. Insurance and pension companies need actuaries to assess risk and develop better insurance plans. Brokerage firms, banks, marketing companies, and government agencies need people who can analyze data, forecast trends, and assess loan risks.