To successfully complete the dual-degree program in actuarial science, with the intent to transfer to an approved actuarial science program (e.g. Michigan State University), students must complete the preparatory core coursework requirements listed below. This is in addition to general academic requirements for all Albion College students—consult an adviser or the academic catalog for more information.
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Advanced Placement: Transfer schools require that students that place into MATH 143 or higher without AP credit are still required to take all math classes on this list for a grade. AP credit by exam will be accepted for the appropriate courses.
GPA Requirements: Students in this program need to maintain at least a 3.0 overall GPA and a 3.0 GPA in math, computer science, and economics.
Questions? Contact Professor Darren E. Mason at , Palenske 224.
The below plan of study is an example of the classes a dual-degree actuary student at Albion College would take to successfully complete the program in three years prior to transfer. This schedule assumes no advanced placement transfer credit. If such AP credit exists, the below schedule would be more flexible.
Year | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
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1
(8 units) |
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2
(8.25 units) |
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3
(8.25 units) |
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4 & 5 | Study in dedicated actuarial science program at transfer university |
After successfully completing three years of approved study at Albion College, students in the dual degree program are required to gain admission to an approved actuarial science degree program. As the admissions requirements of these programs vary substantially, students are required to have their school of transfer approved by the DDPAS director. Students who transfer to actuarial programs that have not been approved will not receive an Albion degree.
An example program that is currently approved for transfer by Albion College is at Michigan State University (MSU). For admission to MSU successful students will earn a minimum GPA of 3.0 both overall and in mathematics, computer science, & economics/management prior to transfer. Although meeting these minimum GPA requirements is generally sufficient for admission to MSU, it is not a guarantee. Students are strongly recommended to earn GPAs above this minimum recommended requirement.