Mathematics—Actuarial Science Four-Year Plan

Revised 04/2024

Bold: only offered in indicated semester
Italic: course prerequisites and corequisites (designated by &)
UD: must be admitted to the major prior to enrollment
◊: courses required for admission to this major
+: grade of B- is needed for VEE purposes only, not for degree completion.

Note: This is a sample plan that shows the department's recommended course plan for completing this degree in four years. Alternative course options can be seen on the APAS or Catalog page.

Freshman Year

Fall Semester

  • ◊ Math 1371 Calculus I (placement or prereq) [4cr]
  • ◊ Phys 1301W Intro Physics I (&Math 1371) [4cr]
  • Econ 1101 Microeconomics+ [4cr]
  • Liberal Education course or Writ 1301 [3 or 4cr]
  • CSE 1001 First Year Experience [1cr]

Spring Semester

  • ◊ Math 1372 Calculus II (1371) [4cr]
  • ◊ Phys 1302W Intro Physics II (1301W, &Math 1372) [4cr]
  • Econ 1102 Macroeconomics+ [4cr]
  • Liberal Education course or Writ 1301 [3 or 4cr]

Sophomore Year

Fall Semester

  • ◊ MATH 2142 Elementary Linear Algebra (1372) [4cr]
  • Computer Programming (choose one):
    • CSci 1103 [4cr]
    • CSci 1113 (Math 1371) [4cr]
    • CSci 1133 (recommended) [4cr]
  • Math 4065 Theory of Interest (1372) [4cr]
  • Liberal Education course [3 or 4cr]

Spring Semester

  • ◊ Math 2374 Multivariable Calculus (1372) [4cr]
  • Math 3283W Sequences, Series, & Foundations (&2373 or &2374) [4cr]
  • Stat 3021 Intro to Probability & Statistics (Math 1372) [3cr]
  • Liberal Education course [3 or 4cr]

Junior Year

Fall Semester

  • Math 4242 Applied Linear Algebra (2373) [4cr]
  • CHOOSE ONE:
    • Math 5651 Basic Theory of Probability & Statistics (2373, 2374) [4cr]
    • Stat 5101 Theory of Statistics I (Math 2373, Math 2374) [4cr]
  • Stat 3032 Regression & Correlated Data (3011 or 3021) [4cr]
  • Liberal Education Course [3 or 4cr]

Spring Semester

  • Math 5652 Stochastic Processes (5651 or Stat 5101) [4cr]
  • Stat 5102 Theory of Statistics II+ (5101 or Math 5651) [4cr]
  • Open Elective (Math 4067W recommended) if needed to reach 120 credits [3 or 4cr]
  • Open Elective (Math 4067W recommended) if needed to reach 120 credits [3 or 4cr]

Senior Year

Fall Semester

  • CHOOSE ONE:
    • Math 5075 Mathematics of Options, Futures & Derivative Securities I [4cr]
    • Math 5067 Actuarial Mathematics I (4065, 5651 or Stat 5101) [4cr]
  • Liberal Education course [3 or 4cr]
  • Open Elective (if needed to reach 120 credits) [3 or 4cr]
  • Open Elective (if needed to reach 120 credits) [3 or 4cr]

Spring Semester

  • CHOOSE ONE:
    • Math 5076 Mathematics of Options, Futures, and Derivative Securities II (5075) [4cr]
    • Math 5068 Actuarial Mathematics II (5067) [4cr]
  • UD Theoretical Algebra (course specific) [4cr]
  • Liberal Education course [3 or 4cr]
  • Open Elective (if needed to reach 120 credits) [3 or 4cr]

Total Credits Needed for Degree: 120

Additional Information

The APAS is the official method for tracking completion of your specific degree requirements. This plan is not a contract and curriculum can change.

Applying to a major: z.umn.edu/csemajorapp

Courses required for admission to this major: Phys 1301W, Phys 1302W, Math 1371, Math 1372, (Math 2142 or 2374)

All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C- or higher.

Department Contact Information

Website: cse.umn.edu/math 
Main Phone: 612-625-4848 | Main Office: Vincent Hall 115
Director of Undergraduate Studies: Bryan Mosher
Departmental Advisor: Kate Lewis; lewisk@umn.edu
Major Catalog Page: https://umtc.catalog.prod.coursedog.com/programs/052027207 
 

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University Degree Requirements

All students must complete the following requirements. Requirements with an (*) will be fulfilled by taking courses at UM-TC required for this major.

Writing Requirements

University Writing:

  • Writ 1301/1401 or equivalent

Writing Intensive (WI):

  • One: Any level*
  • One: Any level*
  • One: 3/4/5xxx level (in major)*
  • One: 3/4/5xxx level (any dept.)

Liberal Education

Cores:

  • Biological Sciences w/Lab
  • Physical Sciences w/Lab*
  • Historical Perspectives
  • Social Sciences*
  • Arts/Humanities
  • Literature
  • Mathematical Thinking*

Themes (choose 4 of 5):

  • Race, Power, and Justice in the US (required)
  • Civic Life and Ethics
  • The Environment
  • Global Perspectives*
  • Technology and Society