Actuary
Comprehensive Sites
Actuarial ScienceThis site collects a large amount of information on actuarial science in one location. If you are considering becoming an actuary, you may want to take a look at the page, which connects to academic programs, books on the professions, magazines, and organizations and academies of actuarial science.
Be an Actuary.orgIntended for high school and college students, this site of the Society of Actuaries will introduce you to the field of actuarial science and connect you to a host of resources, including actuarial career days, scholarships, examination programs, and a site for finding a job in the field. Steps for high school students to take if they are interested in a career as an actuary are introduced, as well as keys to success in college for students who are ready to prepare for the career.
Bureau of Labor Statistics: ActuariesFrom this site of the U.S. Department of Labor, you can gather some basic information on what it’s like to be an actuary and the background in finance and statistics that is usually needed. Information on wages and related occupations is provided, as well as a full description of the work so that you can decide if being an actuary might be right for you. Take a look at the education and training requirements, too.
Princeton Review: ActuaryFind out what a day in the life an actuary might be like at this page, which provides a comprehensive overview to the career. You can also access information on what kinds of college majors could be right for you, or discover what to expect in terms of income after two, five, or 10 years of work in the field. Facts and figures about being an actuary—either in private business or government—include lists of what professionals read and some potential employers to consider.
Occupational Titles
Actuary
Actuarial Analyst
Associate Actuary
Business Actuary
Life Actuary
Accredited Academic Programs
Actuary.com: Actuarial Science SchoolsThis directory of colleges and universities allows you to view profiles of schools in the U.S. and abroad that offer actuarial science or related degrees. Main contacts and websites for inquiries into these programs are provided.
Princeton Review: Actuary, College MajorsIf you are interested in becoming an actuary, check out the majors listed at this page, such as actuarial science or risk management. You can then click on your selection to be taken to a list of colleges in the U.S. that offer your major in the area you are looking to study in. Complete contact information on web sites for these colleges can be easily accessed to find out more about your chosen academic program.
Salary Levels
PayScale: ActuaryIf you are thinking of becoming an actuary, check out this page, which reviews the average salary for actuaries by years of experience. You can also find information on salary by employer type and median salary by city. Or, go to the bottom of the page and click on other breakdowns to find out how much an actuary gets paid according to gender, degree or major, or state of employment.
Professional Organizations
American Academy of ActuariesThe American Academy of Actuaries has a variety of resources here, including actuarial job postings, a network for college graduates, a school directory, and discussion forums.
American Risk and Insurance AssociationThis is an academic organization which promotes the study of risk management and insurance and provides featured journals, grants and scholarships, and an annual meeting for the industry.
Be an Actuary.orgThis site of the Society of Actuaries will introduce you to the field of actuarial science and connect you to a host of resources, including actuarial career days, scholarships, examination programs, and a site for finding a job in the field. Steps for high school students to take if they are interested in a career as an actuary are introduced, as well as keys to success for college students who are ready to prepare for the career.
Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS)If you click on “Be an actuary” at the left side of the page, you will be taken to a student resource for learning all about the career. This professional organization also offers information on examinations, important publications in the field, a job search tool, and specialty interest sections.
Licensing & Certification
Actuarial ExamsFind out everything you need to know about actuarial exams at this site, which collects information from the Casualty Actuarial Society and the Society of Actuaries. Link to a selected syllabus, find application forms, and access interactive exams for high school or college student preparation.
Job Opportunity Sources
Actuarial Grads NetworkFind information on just starting out as an actuary at this page, which connects to actuarial internships, how to handle an interview, several links to hiring companies, and a lengthy list of links on salaries and related resources.
Actuary.com: Actuarial JobsJobs across the U.S. are listed at this site, including entry-level positions. Look at these job descriptions and learn more about what is needed for various positions or job titles.
Be an Actuary: Finding a JobLook into a job as an actuary at this page, created by the Society of Actuaries. Search the career centers here, or access related pages on actuarial internships, recruiters, jobs by geographic region, or by employer type.
Indeed.com: ActuaryThousands of job opportunities can be connected to from this site, which offers details on location, salary, and experience required, drawn from several notable career databases and from private companies with individual job postings.
Publications
Actuarial ReviewThis is a free online newsletter of the Casualty Actuarial Society and provides short stories and perspectives on the industry in easy-to-understand terms. You will find information on the most heard about news, the latest research, and departments featuring opinions and puzzles.
North American Actuarial JournalFrom the Society of Actuaries, this publication is the most widely circulated actuarial journal nationally and internationally. You can view feature articles at no cost online. You can also search special sections from the pull-down menu that include health topics, taxation, investment, futurism, and many more.
Online Forums & Blogs
Actuary.comThis discussion forum is a top online community for people interested in the actuarial profession. Register for a free account, and gain instant access to the discussion board.
Career Videos
Collegegrad.com: ActuariesReasons why you might depend on the work of an actuary are introduced in this video, as well as the high demand for people in the profession, and the specialized math and many other skills that are needed to be successful in the field. The certification needed and opportunities available are also discussed.
YouTube: So You Want to be an Actuary?A description of what it means to be an actuary is found at this video, including information from some real actuaries. Young actuaries take you through discussions of what they actually do and why they became interested in the career.
