Bachelor in Actuarial Science (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $42,500 per year..

Roanoke College offers a major in actuarial science, the only such program in Virginia. The curriculum combines mathematics, economics, finance, and statistics to build both technical skills and conceptual understanding. Students gain preparation for Society of Actuaries exams, which are required for career advancement. The program emphasizes real-world application through a joint certificate with SAS software training.

Focus areas include SAS software applications, Statistical analysis, Econometrics, Corporate finance, Theory of interest, Actuarial exam preparation.

The major requires a total of 120 credits, with coursework distributed across mathematics, economics, statistics, and business. Students complete a two-year certificate program in Data and Econometric Analysis using SAS software as part of their academic requirements.

Graduates enter roles such as actuary, risk analyst, or data analyst in insurance, finance, or government sectors.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is recommended. Required documents include official transcripts and standardized test scores if submitted.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year program. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 80% of applicants.

Academic choice is central to the Roanoke College experience, with more than 100 programs of study available across the curriculum. Students can extend learning beyond regular courses through internships, study abroad and away, and Intensive Learning during May Term. Current academic initiatives include participation in the Google AI for Education Accelerator and a grant-supported effort to create a comprehensive model for character education.

Roanoke College is located at 221 College Lane in Salem, Virginia. The campus provides a small-school environment with strong school spirit, athletic facilities, student activities, health and wellness resources, spiritual life, and housing. The college also offers an elevator pitch competition and a calendar of campus events, giving students opportunities to participate in academic, social, and extracurricular life.

International students should review the college's admissions, cost and aid, academic, housing, and study-abroad resources when planning an application. Roanoke states that 100% of its students receive financial aid, and Virginia residents may qualify for an annual TAG grant. Admissions support includes access to counselors, information requests, events, and a virtual tour. Salem is the college's home base, while the wider location places students in Virginia's Roanoke Valley.