Mathematics (B.S.) with Actuarial Science Minor Articulation with Ivy Tech Community College, Requirements & 2-Yr Plan

Program Requirements

Completion of the A.S. degree in Liberal Arts with specified courses from Ivy Tech Community College.
Earned a course grade of “C-” or better in every course accepted for transfer, and a 2.0 or greater cumulative GPA based on a 4-point scale.
Admitted to PFW.
Must earn a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better for graduation as well as a minimum grade of C- or better in all MATH/STAT courses for credit towards their degree. Classes below a C- may be retaken for a qualifying grade as needed.
All students in the Mathematics (B.S.) program are expected to meet the same student learning outcomes and program requirements. Additional program requirements exist for all students in the degree.
Students are recommended to work closely with Mathematic’s lead advisor and the College of Science’s advisor to be sure they are satisfying the graduation requirements for the degree and adhering to all academic policies.

Mathematics and Statistics Courses

Core with Minor Courses: Credits 34-37

CS 16000 - Introduction To Computer Science I Cr. 4.
MA 27300 - Introduction To Financial Mathematics Cr. 3. (counts for Actuarial minor, counts as elective for Math major)
MA 31400 - Introduction To Mathematical Modeling Cr. 3.
MA 35100 - Elementary Linear Algebra Cr. 3.
MA 36300 - Differential Equations Cr. 3.
MA 44100 - Real Analysis Cr. 3.
MA 45300 - Elements Of Algebra I Cr. 3.
MA 46000 - Geometry Cr. 3.
STAT 51100 - Statistical Methods Cr. 3.
STAT 51600 - Basic Probability And Applications Cr. 3. (counts for Actuarial minor, counts as elective for Math major)
Validation by Educational Experience (VEE) requirement for Actuarial minor. Select one of the following sets of courses (Cr. 3-6.):
STAT 51700 - Statistical Inference Cr. 3.
OR
BUS 20100 - Introduction To Financial Accounting Cr. 3. AND
BUS 30100 - Financial Management Cr. 3.
OR
ECON 20101 - Introduction To Microeconomics Cr. 3. AND
ECON 20201 - Introduction To Macroeconomics Cr. 3.

Elective Courses: Credits 23-26

The following two courses are highly recommended because they help prepare students for the Society of Actuaries Exams:
MA 27302 - Financial Math Practicum Cr. 1.
STAT 49000 - Topics In Statistics For Undergraduates Cr. 1-5. - taken as P Practicum Cr. 1.
The following courses are also recommended:
- STAT 19000 /STAT 29000 /STAT 39000 - taken as Data Mine with Python I-III, Cr. 3.
- STAT 24200 - Introduction To Data Science Cr. 3.
- STAT 39000 - Topics In Statistics For Undergraduates - taken as Data Science Ethics Cr. 3.
- STAT 49000 - Topics In Statistics For Undergraduates - taken as Actuarial Models - Life Contingencies Cr. 3.
You can select all, some, or none of the courses on the lists above. The 2-Year Plan below shows when each of the recommended courses can be taken. You will need to select elective or minor courses to total 26 credits.

2-Year Plan with Actuarial Science Minor

This plan is an example only. Please see your advisor to develop your individualized plan. Course rotation and course offerings are subject to change based on faculty availability and enrollment minimums.

Fall 3rd Year:

MA 27300 - Introduction To Financial Mathematics Cr. 3.
MA 35100 - Elementary Linear Algebra Cr. 3.
STAT 24200 - Introduction To Data Science Cr. 3. or free elective
CS 16000 - Introduction To Computer Science I Cr. 4.
Free elective Cr. 3.

Total Credits: 16

Spring 3rd Year:

MA 27302 - Financial Math Practicum Cr. 1. or free elective
MA 31400 - Introduction To Mathematical Modeling Cr. 3.
MA 36300 - Differential Equations Cr. 3.
STAT 51100 - Statistical Methods Cr. 3.
STAT 19000/29000/39000 - taken as Data Mine with Python I-III, Cr. 3. or free elective
Free elective Cr. 2.

Total Credits: 15

Fall 4th Year:

MA 45300 - Elements Of Algebra I Cr. 3.
STAT 39000 - Topics In Statistics For Undergraduates Cr. 1 to 5. taken as: Data Science Ethics Cr. 3. or free elective
STAT 51600 - Basic Probability And Applications Cr. 3.
VEE course or Free elective Cr. 3.
Free elective Cr. 3.

Total Credits: 15

Spring 4th Year:

MA 44100 - Real Analysis Cr. 3.
MA 46000 - Geometry Cr. 3.
STAT 49000 - Topics In Statistics For Undergraduates Cr. 1-5. taken as: Actuarial Models Life Contingencies Cr. 3. or free elective
STAT 49000 - Topics in Statstics For Undergraduates taken as: P Practicum Cr. 1. or free elective
Free elective Cr. 1.
Second VEE course OR
STAT 51700 - Statistical Inference Cr. 3.

Mathematics (B.S.) with Actuarial Science Minor Articulation with Ivy Tech Community College, Requirements & 2-Yr Plan

Program Requirements

Mathematics and Statistics Courses

Core with Minor Courses: Credits 34-37

Elective Courses: Credits 23-26

2-Year Plan with Actuarial Science Minor

Fall 3rd Year:

Total Credits: 16

Spring 3rd Year:

Total Credits: 15

Fall 4th Year:

Total Credits: 15

Spring 4th Year:

Total Credits: 14

Total Program Credits (AS+BS): 120