Overview

The Actuarial Science M.Sc. at St. John's University provides comprehensive career preparation for students aiming to enter the actuarial profession at a high level. This programme focuses on developing the quantitative expertise required to price risk across various sectors, including insurance, financial markets, and government social welfare schemes. Students benefit from a curriculum that integrates rigorous mathematical theory with practical data analysis tools.

Why Actuarial Science at St. John's University?

The Maurice R. Greenberg School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science is recognised by the Society of Actuaries as a Center of Actuarial Excellence. This prestigious status allows students to earn exemptions from certain professional exams based on their academic performance. Additionally, the university holds Gold Level recognition from the Casualty Actuarial Society for its commitment to the property and casualty actuarial career path.

Studying at the Manhattan campus places students in the heart of the world’s financial centre, offering unparalleled networking opportunities. The programme is supported by an extensive network of professional alumni and a corporate Board of Overseers. Students also benefit from the Ellen Thrower Center for Apprenticeship and Career Services, which hosts specialised career fairs and facilitates internships with leading global firms.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 1655 per credit
National fee: USD 1655 per credit
Local fee: USD 1655 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of 10 courses designed to cover the syllabi of major professional examinations from the Society of Actuaries and the Casualty Actuarial Society. Modules may include:

Financial Mathematics
Mathematical Statistics
Foundation in Probability Theory
Actuarial Modeling
Modern Actuarial Statistics
Risk Project
Long Term Actuarial Mathematics
Casualty Insurance Risk Modeling

Careers with Actuarial Science

Graduates are well-equipped for diverse roles within the global financial and insurance industries. The programme prepares students for successful careers in enterprise risk management, commercial underwriting, claims and brokerage, and actuarial consulting. The dedicated career centre helps students secure positions at prestigious organisations that regularly recruit from the university.

Recent graduates and interns have secured professional placements at leading firms such as AIG, Deloitte, New York Life Insurance, and Starr Companies. The strong demand for actuaries, combined with the programme's STEM designation, provides international students with robust career prospects and eligibility for practical training extensions. Graduates often progress to senior actuarial associate roles or specialised positions in reinsurance and risk analytics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Financial Mathematics

Actuarial Modeling

Mathematical Statistics

Modern Actuarial Statistics

Finance for Actuaries

Risk Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00

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We continue to accept and review qualified candidates as space permits or until the semester begins.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

New York City, United States
New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of professional goals and resume which can be uploaded as part of the application for admission

Official transcripts from all undergraduate, graduate and professional schools attended.

Two letters of recommendation, obtained from professional or academic references

Official TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for applicants whose native language is not English

Students with international credits must also submit a course-by-course foreign credit evaluation with GPA calculation from a NACES member

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33100 USD / year

≈ 33100 USD / year
Out-of-State

33100 USD / year

≈ 33100 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

33100 USD / year

≈ 33100 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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