How do you get into Waterloo actuarial science?

For admission in 2A or 2B: At least 10 passed courses, completed MTHEL 131, CAV over 70\%. No fails/DNWs/WFs. For admission in 3A or later: Completed MTHEL 131, Major Average (MAV) over 70\% (exists once you have 3 courses from: STAT 230/231, ACTSC 231/232, any 300-400 level math courses).

How hard is it to get into actuarial science?

How hard is actuarial science? Majoring in actuarial science is challenging. On a scale from 1-10 (1 being the easiest), I’d say it’s around a 7 or 8. It requires that you have fairly good math skills and that you really enjoy it.

How much do actuaries make in Canada?

The average actuary salary in Canada is $107,650 per year or $55.21 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $91,461 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $132,375 per year.

Is actuarial science competitive?

The entry-level actuarial job market in Canada and the U.S. is fairly competitive right now. For many, it’s hard to find a job but there are things you can do to improve your chances. Getting an actuarial internship, for one, will help substantially.

How long does it take to get a MSc in actuarial science?

How long does it take to get a M.S in actuarial science? Most actuarial science Master’s degree programs are 1-2 years long. University of Waterloo offers a one year actuarial science Master’s degree program. Should I go to grad school for actuarial science or get a job?

Is actuarial science at the University of Waterloo hard?

I majored in actuarial science at the University of Waterloo in Canada and in this post, I go into my experience in the program. If you’re good at math and you like it, then the actuarial science concepts and course work that you need to do isn’t extremely difficult.

Do I need a master’s degree to become an actuarial assistant?

If you have 2-3 actuarial exams passed, a undergrad GPA above 3.00, 1-2 actuarial internships, and decent technical skills (ie. Excel) then you’re likely a very good candidate for an actuarial job. There’s no need to get a Master’s degree, because you’re already in good shape to get a job. But what if that isn’t the case for you?

Is your actuary program accredited?

Our program is accredited by the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) and by the UK Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFA). As a graduate, you may be exempt from up to 4 exams of the CIA and up to 10 exams of the IFA.